Sociology
About this course
The MA(SocSci)/MA in Sociology is a sociology degree focused on the ways people organise their lives together, social behavior patterns, and the causes of social inequalities. A distinctive feature of the programme is the combination of sociological, criminological, and anthropological perspectives.
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Entry requirements
A level: AAB or BBB (Additional requirements: A-level English or Humanities subject.) IB: 36 (6,6,5) (Additional requirements: English HL6 or Humanities HL6 with English SL6.) Scottish Higher: AABB is the minimum requirement from S5 to be reviewed for an S6 offer Offers are not guaranteed to applicants who meet the minimum from S5 Typically offers will be made at AAAAB by end of S6. B at Advanced Higher is equivalent to A at Higher Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject at AA. Higher Mathematics is recommended. Scottish Higher (widening access): MD20 : ABBBB (also other target groups*) MD40 : AAABB (ABB S5 minimum for consideration)* Additional requirements: Higher English and a Higher Humanities subject. Successful completion of Top-Up or one of our Summer Schools.
What students say
Based on about 14 final-year students who answered (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Teaching on my course: 92%
- Learning opportunities: 83%
- Assessment and feedback: 72%
- Academic support: 94%
- Organisation and management: 96%
- Learning resources: 92%
- Student voice: 81%
Do students stay on the course?
Based on about 35 students who started
- Continued on course: 90%
- Left higher education: 10%
What graduates do next
Based on about 25 graduates who answered, across similar courses at this university (a small group: a rough guide only)
- Working: 65%
- Working and studying: 10%
- Unemployed: 10%
Most common jobs
- Administrative occupations: 20%
- Elementary occupations: 15%
- Sales occupations: 15%
- Business and public service associate professionals: 10%
- Welfare and housing associate professionals: 5%
- Find their work meaningful: 50%
- Feel on track for their future plans: 50%
- Use what they learnt on the course: 35%
Where graduates work (5 years on)
Based on about 75 graduates, across similar courses at this university
- North West: 5%
- Yorkshire and the Humber: 1%
- West Midlands: 2%
- London: 12%
- South East: 1%
- Scotland: 78%
- Northern Ireland: 1%
Who gets in
Based on about 40 students who started
- A levels: 55%
- Access course: 25%
- Other qualifications: 15%
Questions about this course
How much do graduates of Sociology at University of Glasgow earn?
The median salary is £25,000 after 15 months, £23,000 after 3 years, £29,000 after 5 years. After five years the middle half of graduates earn between £23,000 and £40,000. The £29,000 median after five years is £2,500 more than the UK median for Sociology.
What do graduates of Sociology at University of Glasgow do next?
75% were in work or further study 15 months after finishing (Graduate Outcomes 2023-24).
Are students happy with the teaching on Sociology at University of Glasgow?
92% of final-year students were positive about the teaching in the National Student Survey 2025-26.
What grades do I need for Sociology at University of Glasgow?
The typical offer is AAB at A level. The average entrant had 202 UCAS points.
Does Sociology at University of Glasgow include a placement year or year abroad?
The course has an optional year abroad.
How many students continue on Sociology at University of Glasgow?
90% of students continued into their second year, and 10% left higher education.