Course summary

Examine how our social environment alters our actions. Explore the values, ideas and beliefs that shape our lives. Why choose Sociology at York? Discover how our society is shaped and how it influences us. Examine how social, economic and cultural forces shape individuals. You'll explore how technologies, gender, institutions, culture and interactions with others influence our identities, choices and actions. Benefit from teaching that's research-led and covers real-world issues. The latest sociological thinking will challenge your perspective of some of our society's most hotly debated topics. This includes sexuality, health, criminology, social media, science and communication. In the process, you'll learn to think critically, evaluate evidence and craft convincing arguments. Immerse yourself in your passions. Our wide range of option modules allow you to tailor your degree to suit your interests. You'll also develop a highly flexible skill set and gain knowledge that's relevant across industries. Prepare for your future. During your studies, you'll have access to careers support, events and networking 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/