BA Sociology

Overview

A degree examining society, human behaviour and social institutions, building critical and evidence-based analytical skills.

Graduates enter research, public policy, community development, human resources and further study.

Accreditation: GTEC institutional accreditation. Confirm professional body requirements for your award where relevant.

How you’ll study

Disciplinary foundations. You build the core of your field — methods, writing and the concepts that define the discipline.

Applied work. Fieldwork, practicums or seminars (as the award requires) turn theory into practice.

Capstone. A final essay, project or dissertation demonstrates independent work at the level of the award.

Exact modules are confirmed in the student handbook and by the school each year.

Entry requirements

Element

Requirement

Standard entry

WASSCE/SSSCE: credit passes in six subjects — three core (English Language, Mathematics and Integrated Science or Social Studies) plus three relevant electives — with an aggregate of 24 or better (WASSCE grades A1–C6 / SSSCE A–D). GCE: credit passes in five O-Level subjects (including English and Mathematics) and passes in two–three A-Level subjects. Mature applicants (25+): entrance examination and/or interview.

Confirm exact wording with Admissions before you submit. Check eligibility · Application guidelines.

Careers

Graduates enter research, public policy, community development, human resources and further study.