BSc Sociology
at Southampton University, Southampton

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Overview

University of Southampton offers courses at UG level. The course lasts for a duration of 3 years. It is among the top-ranked courses in the country. To be eligible for the course, the students must fulfil the eligibility criteria, which includes valid score in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo. The University of Southampton tuition fee for BSc Sociology for the first year is Pound 25,500 (INR 3,297,150). Also, the students have to make budget for the other costs which includes:

Rent
Hostel fees
Food
Books
Supplies
Utilities, etc.

The average University of Southampton cost of living is Pound 6,160 (INR 796,488).

Duration	3 years
Tuition & Fees	₹32.39 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	UG Degree

BSc Sociology

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Overview
Fees
Entry Requirements
Application Process
Rankings
Placements
Highlights
Scholarships

BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Fees

The fee structure for the BSc Sociology at the University of Southampton covers the first-year tuition fees along with other additional charges, including the Books and supplies charges, facilities cost and many more offered by the University of Southampton. Other than tuition costs, students need to pay living expenses that cover various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses. The average cost of living is Pound 6,160 (INR 796,488). The total tuition fees for the first year of BSc Sociology is Pound 25,500 (INR 3,297,150).

Find more details about University of Southampton BSc Sociology on the fee breakup, from the table mentioned below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 32,39,160

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 7,82,480
Transportation	INR 1,01,621

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 Pound = INR 127.025894 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 16ᵗʰ March 2026

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Entry Requirements

Requirements for 12th grade Lock Icon

75%
Applicants must have passed 12th achieving at least 75% from Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), the Council for Indian School Certificate Examination (CISCE) and Metro State Boards (Delhi, Maharashtra, Chennai, Kolkata and Karnataka)

TOEFL

No specific cutoff mentioned

PTE

Marks - 62/90
NA

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IELTS

Marks - 6.5/9
with minimum score 5.5 in each component

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Duolingo

No specific cutoff mentioned

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Students who have achieved 70% in English at Class XII from CBSE or CISCE may be exempted from additional English language requirements.

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Application Process

Step one

Prepare documents for application

LOR

Only one reference letter is required
It should become from :
- If the students are still in the School, it should be from the tutor, teacher, principal, or headteacher
- If you left education years ago, ask an employer, volunteering supervisor, or trainer
- Don’t ask family, friends, partners, or ex-partners though – if you do your application may be canceled
Students only need to put the email ID and the name of the referee in the application form

Step two

Additional documents required

Personal Statement required of 4,000 characters and 47 lines, Do not exceed this limit. It must include:

Students should write about why you’re suitable to study at their university or college
As an international student, there are a few extra things you should mention:
- Why you want to study in the UK.
- Your English language skills, and any English courses or tests you’ve taken.
- Why you want to be an international student, rather than study in your own country

Academic transcript
Language proficiency scores
A copy of passport
Portfolio for BA(Hons) Architecture

Step three

Start your online application

https://www.ucas.com/

Step four

Application fees for this course

Pound 22 = INR 2.79 Thousand

Step five

Application deadline

Fall (Sept): 30th June

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#7	Art and Design The Complete University Guide, 2027
#18	Sociology and Social Policy The Guardian, 2027

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2022)
Average earning after 1 year	Pound 23,000
Average earning after 3 years	Pound 23,500
Average earning after 5 years	Pound 28,500

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University of Southampton
Students Ratings & Reviews

4.3/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

65% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Friendly

Multi-dimensional

Fun loving

Internships3.7

Part time work4.3

Post study jobs4

Quality of faculty4.7

Student Life4.7

Value for money4.2

Public transportation4.9

Safety4.7

Indian Food4.2

Permanent Immigration3.8

Anonymous

MSc in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

3.7

A Great place to learn and grow personally and academically

Tips: Fast-paced, heavily independent learning environment. Most modules require self-study, research, and effective time management. My one piece of advice would be don't wait for anything; start everything from day 1. The biggest adjustment was becoming more independent in both academics and daily life. The teaching style is less exam-focused and more research- and discussion-based. Adapting to weather took a little time. Yes, I received an ECS scholarship from the university. I had to fill out a separate application for that. For computer science there aren't many scholarship schemes. Well, it was a strong academic experience with great opportunities for learning. I regret not making the most of career services, networking events, and student societies from the beginning. If you want part-time jobs at the university, make sure you apply for them on Day 1. ALSO, the university supports business ideas (whatever they may be) and gives lots of funding for them, so make use of that.

Likes (Quality of faculty): I gave Faculty a top rating because as a Russell Group university, Southampton professors are genuinely working at the cutting edge of their fields, and that research feeds directly into our lectures. You're being taught by academics who are actually writing the papers and leading industry projects, yet they’re still completely approachable during office hours if you need help dissecting a complex topic. The teaching goes way beyond just memorizing lecture slides. Most of our modules were built around real-world application—things like working through actual case studies, writing research papers, leading group debates, and doing practical lab work. Professors here really push you to challenge assumptions and think critically, which makes the coursework feel genuinely relevant instead of just academic theory.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): It's very long and heavily dependent on securing employers' sponsorship after the graduate visa. The process can be uncertain due to changing immigration policies. While I enjoyed studying and working, I don't see myself staying there permanently. It largely depends on finding long-term employers willing to sponsor a skilled worker visa and meeting the residence requirements.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 650

Prepping time for classes40 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 44000

Reviewed on 25 Jul 2026Read more

Anonymous

MEng (Hons) in Biomedical Engineering with Foundation Year - Batch of 2025

4.8

Education has been made friendly and simpler.

Tips: The college is very academically oriented and has a lot of student friendly activities. The syllabus is industry oriented and gives rise to a lot of critical thinking improvement. Scholarships are available and are awarded on the basis of merit. There are many clubs for students.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 3075

Prepping time for classes11 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 30475

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026Read more

Abhinav nagaraj Verified Icon

Master of Business Administration - Batch of 2025

4.3

A technically strong house university.

Tips: UoS is a vibrant college and academically very focused. They have a good level of resources for students and researchers. The environment is very calm and friendly and you will actually feel like studying in college. The professors come from diverse backgrounds and provide top class knowledge and experience.

Likes (Post study jobs): Most of the graduates end up having a full time job within 6 months of their job search even in a slow job market. If you are young and fresh out of college, UOS is a great choice. It will help nurture and prepare for the UK market and even let you do your own business ahead.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): Given the constant change of UK rules, settlement in 2026 is far tougher than in 2020. The real challenge is sponsorship for work after studies which is currently not favoured by the government. Most students opt for a PSW and extends for 2 years but it works if you are young.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1625

Prepping time for classes20 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 45625

Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026Read more

Amit Prasad Verified Icon

MSc in Computer Science - Batch of 2024

5.0

A supportive, diverse and enriching university experience.

Tips: The students should know that the university is very supportive with plenty of resources to help them settled in. Transitioning here was smooth, though I did experience a bit of cultural adjustment, especially adapting to the diverse and independent learning style. I did not avail any scholarships, so I relied on personal funding. Overall, I am very satisfied with the university, the course structure, and the experience of studying and living in the UK.

Likes (Indian Food): The campus is vibrant friendly and full of opportunities to meet people. My days usually involved lectures, project work, spending time with friends and a bit of sports. I enjoyed the strong sense of community the most. The university frequently hosts events like tech talks cultural nights fairs and I used to join them whenever I could. There are also plenty of student clubs from the tech and cultural groups to sports and hobby clubs. It was easy to get involved.

Dislikes (Permanent Immigration): The lecturers are highly knowledgeable passionate about their subjects and bring real industry and research insights into their teaching. They are very accessible and approachable always willing to offer support during office hours.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 900

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 35000

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025Read more

Anonymous

MSc Business Analytics and Management Sciences - Batch of 2024

4.3

A wonderful place to grow academically.

Tips: Meet with potential students for that academic year and get together as a group so that they can plan things. Little things like accommodation planning, trip planning and project discussions go a long way as they constantly remind you that you're not alone.

Total Monthly ExpensePound 1225

Prepping time for classes10 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryPound 39700

Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025Read more

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BSc Sociology
at
Southampton University
Highlights

This BSc Sociology course examines our world and seeks to understand how identities, relationships and practices are formed. Students will have the option to specialise by studying modules in subjects like:
criminology
anthropology
politics
geography
languages
Core modules will help the students to develop key knowledge and skills, including:
theoretical approaches and different perspectives in sociology
the relationship between individuals, groups and institutions
research methods in social sciences, including quantitative and qualitative research
The learning activities for this course include the following:
lectures
classes and tutorials
coursework
individual and group projects
independent learning