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Bachelor of Sociology and Health
- Colchester, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- Bachelor
About the program
Bachelor of Arts in Sociology and Health is a 3-year full-time undergraduate degree offered by the Department of Sociology and Criminology at the University of Essex.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Sociology and Health. Apply relevant analytical
- Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.
Career outcomes
- Health-related fields
- Postgraduate study in health
- Local and national government
- Wide range of employers
Curriculum
- 3-Year full-time course in Sociology and Health
- 360 Credits in total
- Taught by the Department of Sociology and Criminology. Compulsory modules include The Sociological Imagination
- Researching Social Life
- Unlocking Your Academic Potential
- Power and Agency in a Global World
- Rethinking Modernity. Optional modules let students tailor the degree. An optional placement year is available. A study abroad year is available.
Entry requirements
Academic
- UK entry: A-levels: BBB - BBC or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 2 full A-levels. BTEC: DDM - DMM or 120 - 112 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of the equivalent of 2 full A-levels
- The acceptability of BTECs is dependent on subject studied and optional units taken - email
- Ugquery@essex. Ac. Uk
- International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.
Accepted academic background
Secondary school leaving qualifications (A-levels, IB, BTEC, Access to HE or recognised international equivalent by country) plus GCSE English C/4 or equivalent, Some courses need subject grades, Auditions (East 15) or interviews.
Documents you’ll need
- English Language Test Results
- Personal Statement.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Entry requirements and UCAS code. Apply through UCAS (Essex institution code E70) or
- If not applying via UCAS
- Directly online. Pay the UCAS fee if applying through UCAS. Provide qualifications
- Personal statement
- Reference and English evidence (GCSE English C/4 or equivalent if you need a Student visa). Attend an audition or interview if the course page requires one. After an offer
- Pay a tuition fee deposit or show recognised sponsor funding to receive your CAS (deposit is not needed for UCAS applicants). Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £22,575 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £33,402 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Colchester Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences |
| Department | Sociology and Criminology |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | 2027-28 International Undergraduate Scholarship: 5000 GBP first-year tuition reduction for overseas fee-paying students from listed countries, Including Cambodia. Individual nationality, Fee status and other conditions apply. |
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £22,575 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £33,402 GBP. The estimated living cost is £12,768 GBP.

