Why study Sociology at Manchester?

Join one of the UK’s largest and most influential groups of sociologists.

The University of Manchester has a rich history of sociological research, and our city has been a hotbed for radical thinking for centuries, particularly during the Industrial Revolution.

• Our courses focus on research skills and how research design affects our knowledge of the world around us. You will be trained to work first-hand with real data and the dissertation module encourages you to put the skills you have learned into practice.

• We have a large department, which means that you can choose from a wide range of optional units and pathways to create a personalised degree.
• You'll get all the support and advice you need for your next step, whether that's a career path or further study.
• You will benefit from our peer mentoring scheme and a thriving Sociology society.
• You can gain valuable experience studying abroad for a semester in Year 2.

You will:

• Gain the skills to analyse and interpret contemporary social developments and problems.
  Explore how claims about social life are based on particular types of evidence and develop the skills to critically assess them.
• Develop your analytical and investigative skills through training in methods of social investigation, independent thinking, research and analysis.