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Department of Sociology

Department of Sociology

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Sociology – the study of humans in society – attempts to capture the rich variety and complexity of human social life. We'll help you understand ideas, beliefs, products and people.

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Why us?

1st

in Russell Group for Learning Opportunities (National Student Survey 2024)

2nd

in Russell Group for Assessment and Feedback (National Student Survey 2024)

5th

in the UK (Complete University Guide 2027, Sociology)

4th

in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2027, Criminology)

4th

most targeted university in the UK, top 100 graduate employers (High Fliers 2026)

43rd


in the world (QS World University Rankings 2026, Social Sciences and Management)Link opens in a new window

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