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4th
in the UK for 'teaching on my course' in Sociology
National Student Survey 2025
2nd
in the UK for 'academic support' in Sociology
National Student Survey 2025
Top 30
UK university
out of 123 institutions
Guardian University Guide 2026
Make an impact on society and shape the future
Study a mix of thought-provoking topics
Explore how personalities are shaped by culture
Focus on contemporary issues
Smaller class sizes for better learning
Sociology Courses
Tackle important questions about the complex nature of human society and the world we live in.
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BA (Hons) Sociology
Discover how humans interact with the world and explore research topics including gender, ethnicity, disability, poverty and social justice.
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BA (Hons) Sociology
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L300
Explore how the world works, why it works and how it could change
Study topics including gender, ethnicity, disability, poverty and social justice
Develop your own critical thinking, research and analysis skills
Learn in smaller class sizes for better learning and support
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology
Explore why people commit crimes with a focus on society and study modules in criminology and sociology, psychology and social policy topics. Read more.
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology
3 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L390
Explore how the world works, why it works, and its relationship with crime and punishment.
Consider a wide range of thought-provoking topics in both national and international contexts.
Develop your own critical thinking, research, and analysis skills that you can apply to a range of future careers.
Learn in smaller classes that allow our expert teaching staff to really get to know you and your needs.
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Integrated Foundation Year
Build your academic skills and confidence with an initial foundation year before you explore how humans interact with the world.
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L306
Build your academic skills on an initial foundation year
Explore how the world works, why it works, and how it could change
Study topics including gender, ethnicity, disability, poverty, and social justice
Develop your own critical thinking, research, and analysis skills
Smaller classes sizes for better individual support
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology with Integrated Foundation Year
Examine the nature of human interaction, society and criminal behaviour after completing an integrated foundation year which builds your academic confidence and skills.
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BA (Hons) Sociology with Criminology with Integrated Foundation Year
4 years full time
Bishop Otter Campus (Chichester)
L396
Build your academic skills on an initial foundation year
Explore how the world works, why it works, and its relationship with crime and punishment.
Consider a wide range of thought-provoking topics in both national and international contexts.
Develop your own critical thinking, research, and analysis skills that you can apply to a range of future careers.
Learn in smaller classes that allow our expert teaching staff to really get to know you and your needs.
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Dr Steven Donbavand
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Gain real work experience
Complete work experience or placements throughout your study
Create a bridge into professional careers or further postgraduate training and undertake work placements during your studies to enhance your learning and experience.
Expert teaching staff
Be taught by staff with real world experience
Chris Smethurst
Co-Director of the Institute of Education, Health and Social Sciences
Chris began his career in community work after a spell in youth work and residential child care.
Dr Steven Donbavand
Programme Coordinator for BA Sociology and BA Sociology with Criminology
Steven teaches a broad range of sociology courses, including social theory, analysing contemporary social issues and research methods.
Professor Antonina Pereira
Professor of Neuropsychology and Neuroscience; Co-Director of the Institute of Education, Social and Life Sciences
Antonina is a Chartered psychologist and an Associate Fellow of the British Psychological Society as well as a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.
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Personalised teaching
Learn from lectures who know you by name
You won’t get lost in the crowd at Chichester. With classes of up to 30 people, you will grow and be supported by your academic advisors and lecturers.
Lecturers React to Thank You Letters
Listen to Frankie's letter to Dr Steven Donbavand, Programme Coordinator for BA Sociology and BA Sociology with Criminology.
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