Department: Department of Sociology and Criminology, School of Policy and Global Affairs. This three-year full-time degree (a four-year option with placement or study abroad is also available) provides an in-depth understanding of how societies work and how they are shaped by forces like social class, 'race' and ethnicity, gender, culture, identity, inequality, migration, and media. The program emphasizes developing critical thinking skills and the ability to analyze, interpret, and produce social data. It benefits from the expertise of the City Q-Step Centre, providing a strong focus on data literacy and quantitative skills. The curriculum is flexible, allowing students to shape their studies to match personal interests. Students develop highly transferable skills in research, analysis, and critical engagement with social and policy debates.

Sociology graduates are highly valued across a broad range of sectors due to their critical thinking, analytical, and research skills. Career options include: Social Researcher, Policy Officer (in government, NGOs, charities), Market Researcher, Data Analyst, Advice Worker, Community Development Worker, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer, Human Resources, Journalist, Public Relations, Local and Central Government (e.g., Civil Service Fast Streamer), Education (Further/Higher Education Teacher), Criminal Justice (e.g., Police, Probation), Health Service Management, International Aid/Development Worker, and roles in media, marketing, and IT. Many graduates also pursue postgraduate study in areas like social research, public policy, law, psychology, HR, or teaching.

City, University of London's teaching is built on world-leading research, ensuring a cutting-edge curriculum. It offers supportive staff and outstanding facilities in its central London location. The university boasts excellent industry connections, particularly due to its proximity to "Tech City" and the "Square Mile" (London's financial and business district), offering fantastic internship and networking opportunities. It has a diverse international community and a strong focus on employability, with integrated career support.