BSc Politics and Sociology
University of Bristol · Bristol, United Kingdom
About this programme
At Bristol's School of Sociology, Politics and International Studies, our vision is ambitious and bold.The politics side of this course explores power, who exercises it, for whom, how it is distributed, and with what consequences. You will gain insight into the politics of different countries, regions and systems, as well as global and local political issues and movements.The sociology side explores society's structures, forms of action, and cultural practices, at both a local and a global level. It provides a range of theoretical ideas and research skills which will make you uniquely placed to understand the fast-moving social and political changes in the contemporary world.You will be joining a vibrant academic community. Our school is home to prominent sociologists with expertise in consumption, culture, digital society, environment, gender, migration, modern slavery, multiculturalism, and more. Many of our politics staff are global leaders in areas of political study, including international relations, security, political philosophy, international development, and the politics of specific regions such as Latin America and East Asia.We provide regular workshops, guest speakers, reading groups and social events, as well as support for the student societies associated with this programme.Skills development is woven throughout your programme and you will graduate with valuable transferable skills that ensure you are well placed to pursue your career goals.
- Level
- Undergraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 3 years
- Tuition
- £25,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 6.5
- Study mode
- Full-time
Entry requirements
A-level standard offer: AAB | A-level contextual offer: BBB | Go to entry requirements for the full entry criteria and contextual offer eligibility.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (8)
- Black Futures ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Black Heart Scholarship ProgrammePartial funding · Check official website
- Bristol Think Big ScholarshipsPartial funding · Rolling, several rounds per year
- Cratchley History ScholarshipPartial funding · Annual additional-funding cycle
- Think Big about Economics Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big about Policy Studies Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- Think Big Undergraduate ScholarshipPartial funding
- University of Bristol BursaryLiving stipend · Claim by start of summer vacation each academic year