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The Department of Sociology has impressive credentials and a supportive atmosphere, which drives excellence in research and teaching.

Undergraduate students

Our courses will give you an idea of the modules available:

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (the language requirements are part way down the page. The other requirements are not applicable). 

For more information, see our undergraduate English language requirements.

Postgraduate students

Our courses will give you an idea of the modules available:

English language requirements

IELTS: 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component (the language requirements are part way down the page. The other requirements are not applicable). 

For more information, see our postgraduate English language requirements.

Choosing your modules

You can view the department’s modules in the module catalogue. To help you get started, we have written a short guide on how to use the module catalogue.

If you would like to discuss which modules are appropriate for your level of knowledge, please contact us.

Teaching schedule

You can study in our department for the following periods only:

  • Full academic year
  • Semester 1 only
  • Semester 2 only

Examination and assessment

Assessment takes place during the Common Examination Periods at the end of each Semester. Alternate assessments may be available. Please contact us to discuss this. Please see individual module descriptions for the type of assessment required.

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Contact us

Christina Buse
International Officer

christina.buse@york.ac.uk

Engagement contact

law-soc-cws-engagement@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Sociology

Contact us

Christina Buse
International Officer

christina.buse@york.ac.uk

Engagement contact

law-soc-cws-engagement@york.ac.uk

Related links

Department of Sociology