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Trinity Western University

Sociology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)

Langley, British Columbia, Canada

  • Level

    Bachelor

  • Duration

    4 years

  • Campus

    Langley

  • Intl. Tuition

    Fee not confirmed

  • Home Tuition

    CA$23,850 (2026-27)

  • Intake

    September 2027

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Course Overview

Sociology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) at Trinity Western University in Langley, British Columbia, Canada is a bachelor programme designed to give you both rigorous academic grounding and exposure to current practice in the field.

  • Study with academics who are active researchers and industry practitioners, with regular contact through seminars, tutorials, and project work.
  • Develop core knowledge in your first year before specialising through optional modules in later years tailored to your interests and career goals.
  • Build practical, transferable skills — analysis, communication, teamwork, and project delivery — that employers across sectors actively look for.
  • Access dedicated employability support including internships, placements, alumni mentoring, and a careers service that connects students to graduate roles.
  • Join a global student community with extracurricular societies, sports, volunteering, and study-abroad opportunities to round out your university experience.

Career snapshot (indicative)

Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector. Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.

Student life (indicative)

Vancouver is one of the world's most liveable student cities — stunning mountains, ocean beaches, world-class food, ski resorts within an hour's drive, and a thriving arts and music scene. The outdoor lifestyle is genuinely exceptional.

The University at a Glance

Staff Ratio

18.0:1

Career Prospects

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

First-year earnings

Placement Year

✓ Available

Work experience option

Costs & Living

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

CA$23,850

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

City & Location

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Course Curriculum

Year 1

  • Foundations of Sociology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)
  • Academic and Research Skills
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Introduction to Theory and Practice
  • Optional language or breadth module.

Year 2

  • Intermediate Sociology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA) topics
  • Applied Methods and Tools
  • Group Project
  • Two optional pathway modules
  • Career and Industry Insights.

Year 3

  • Advanced Sociology: Bachelor of Arts Degree (BA)
  • Independent Dissertation or Capstone Project
  • Two specialist optional modules aligned with your interests
  • Employability and Professional Development.

Entry Requirements

No specific entry requirements listed.

Assessment Methods

Assessment is varied across the programme and may include: Written examinations across foundational modules; Coursework essays and analytical reports; Group and individual projects with presentations; Practical lab, studio, or fieldwork assessments where relevant; A final-year dissertation or capstone project that lets you specialise in a topic of your choice.

Campus & City Life

Staff Ratio

18:1

Students per staff

Campus at a Glance

City Size

Major metropolitan (>1m inhabitants)

Climate (indicative)

Cool maritime

Safety Index (indicative)

8.5/10

Transport

Moderate (coach or indirect connections)

Social Scene

Friendly community

Student Life & City (indicative)

Vancouver is one of the world's most liveable student cities — stunning mountains, ocean beaches, world-class food, ski resorts within an hour's drive, and a thriving arts and music scene. The outdoor lifestyle is genuinely exceptional.

  • Vancouver is one of the world's most liveable student cities — stunning mountains, ocean beaches, world-class food, ski resorts within an hour's drive, and a thriving arts and music scene.
  • The outdoor lifestyle is genuinely exceptional.

What Students Love

  • Outdoor & nature activities
  • Beach lifestyle
  • Diverse international food scene
  • Ski & mountain access

University Stats

Student-to-Staff Ratio18:1
Safety Index (indicative)8.5/10

Career & Outcomes

Avg Starting Salary

£40,290

Average first-year salary

Placement Year

✓ Available

Industry work experience

Career Outcomes Overview (indicative)

Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector. Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.

  • Sociology graduates work in social research, policy analysis, community development, public sector management and the charity sector.
  • Many pursue professional training in social work, teaching, journalism or the civil service.

Top Industries for Graduates

  • Business
  • Healthcare
  • Law

Study Abroad Opportunities

Y

  • Y

Costs & Living Expenses

Intl. Tuition

Fee not confirmed

Check the university's official fee page Official fee page

Home Tuition

CA$23,850

per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Overall Cost of Living (indicative)

MEDIUM

This location has moderate living costs. Standard student budget recommended.

Estimated Annual Costs

Tuition (International)Fee not confirmedCheck the university's official fee page Official fee page
Tuition (Home)CA$23,850per year, 2026-27 Official fee page

Monthly Student Budget (indicative)

Housing£692/mo
Food & Groceries£280/mo
Transport£67/mo
Estimated Monthly Total£1,205
Annual living costs£14,466/yr

Cost Overview (indicative)

One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably. London, Ontario, is one of Canada's most affordable university cities — a true classic campus-town experience.

  • One of Canada's more affordable student cities — a $1,526/month budget (housing $876, food $355, transport $85) covers everything comfortably.
  • London, Ontario, is one of Canada's most affordable university cities — a true classic campus-town experience.