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Sociology with Education

Course details
  • Bachelor of Arts (with Honours)
  • 3 Years
  • Full-Time
  • October 2027
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Site

Course summary

Explore the ideas underpinning the education system and the environment it operates in. Examine how it shapes and influences people and their societies.

Why choose Sociology with Education at York?
Gain a deeper understanding of the disciplines that form the basis of education. Education is increasingly seen as essential to an informed society. It's often considered as the driver for economic growth, social harmony and personal wellbeing. Examine the basis of the modern education system and the impact it has on individuals and wider society.

Benefit from teaching that's research-led and covers real-world issues. You'll challenge your perspective on some of society's most hotly debated topics. This includes equality, race, health, gender and sexuality. You'll also engage with current debates within the education sector, such as the psychological aspects of education, special educational needs and children’s fiction. In the process, you'll learn to think critically, evaluate evidence and craft convincing arguments.

Craft your own learning experience. Our wide range of option modules allow you to tailor your degree to suit your interests. You'll also have the freedom to conduct research into the areas of sociology or education that you're passionate about.

Prepare for your future. During your studies, you'll have access to careers support, events and opportunities. You'll also have the option of adding a placement year or year abroad to your degree. This allows you to gain invaluable experience working or studying in another country before you graduate.

For full details of course structure and content visit our course page: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/courses/ba-sociology-education/

How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
L3X3
Institution code:
Y50
Campus name:
Main Site

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
ABB

T Level
D

Distinction overall
T Level subjects in Accounting; Design and Development for Engineering and Manufacturing; Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction; Digital Business Services; Digital Production, Design and Development; Digital Support and Services; Engineering, Manufacturing, Processing and Control; Finance; Health; Healthcare Science; Legal Services; Maintenance, Installation and Repair for Engineering and Manufacturing; Management and Administration; Marketing; Science

UCAS Tariff
Not accepted

Scottish Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Access to HE Diploma
Distinction: 30 Merit: 15

Scottish Advanced Higher

Please use the course link below for more details on Scottish entry requirements.

Extended Project
C

If you achieve C or higher in your EPQ, you may be eligible for an alternative offer up to one A Level grade (or equivalent) below our typical offer.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 34

WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
A-B

We will consider this qualification alongside or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications, as equivalent to one A Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

We consider a range of BTEC qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
DDM

We consider a range of OCR qualifications equivalent to 3 A Levels, or in combination with A Levels or other qualifications.

OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma
DD

Plus B at A Level.

OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate
D

Plus AB at A Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD

Plus B at A Level.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D

Plus AB at A Level.

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

Contextual A Level offer:
BBB

Learn more on the University of York website

Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Not enough data available

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, Channel Islands & Republic of Ireland£9790
EU & International£26900

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Please note these fees are for 2026 entry. Fees for 2027 entry are yet to be confirmed and will be updated as soon as possible.

For additional information please see our web pages at: https://www.york.ac.uk/study/undergraduate/fees-funding/

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