Explore society, institutions and the forces behind social and political change. Develop research, interpretation and communication skills that transfer to public service and community organisations.
Modules shown cover the university degree stage. Confirm the Oxford International foundation route and progression conditions.
LondonOn CampusNext intake: please enquire
You need an account: create one or sign in when you choose your course.
For learners seeking a preparatory year before degree-level study. Confirm the exact college route and progression conditions for your offer.
02
What you will learn
Published modules
Selected published modules. Options and availability may change between intakes. Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.
Inequality and Social ChangeDegree stage: Year 1
Mandarin 1Degree stage: Year 1 (option)
European Languages (French 4)Degree stage: Year 1 (option)
Writing for the MediaDegree stage: Year 1 (option)
European Languages (Spanish 4)Degree stage: Year 1 (option)
Key Thinkers in SociologyDegree stage: Year 2
Rebel Earth? History and Politics in the AnthropoceneDegree stage: Year 2 (option)
Sociology of WorkDegree stage: Year 2 (option)
Gender, Race and CrimeDegree stage: Year 3
Sociology DissertationDegree stage: Year 3 (option)
Put it into practice
Illustrative examples based on these subjects; assessed activities are confirmed by the provider.
Illustrative example: Compare two explanations of a social inequality and design interview questions to study it ethically.
Subject areas
Subject guidance. The exact curriculum for this course variant needs confirmation with the provider.
Society and institutionsSocial researchPublic policy
03
Explore your career potential
Gross annual figures. Region and source are shown for each occupation.
Indicative occupational salaries, not guaranteed earnings after this course.
Civil service executive officer
Related career
Civil Service executive officers work in government departments that develop policies and provide services to the public.
Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Charity fundraisers organise events and activities to encourage people to donate to causes and to support organisations.
Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Public relations (PR) officers manage the public image and reputation of organisations and individuals.
Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Market research data analysts study information and statistics collected through surveys.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Human resources (HR) officers hire, develop and look after employees in a company.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Youth workers support young people aged 11 to 25 to help them with their personal, social and educational development.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£37,000
How to get there: Professional status requires an NYA-recognised youth-work qualification or suitable postgraduate route, experience with young people and required checks. Youth-support routes are distinct.
Higher education (HE) lecturers research and teach academic and vocational subjects at universities and higher education colleges.
Starting out
£37,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Usually requires postgraduate specialisation, often a doctorate, plus research and teaching evidence in the relevant subject; competitive academic recruitment applies.
Investigate social questions with qualitative and quantitative research.
Starting out
Not published
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
Not published
How to get there: Develop specialist research, quantitative, legal or regulatory knowledge for this role and relevant work evidence; professional training or employer vetting may be required.
Works with communities to improve services and opportunities.
Starting out
£22,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£36,000
How to get there: Build supervised experience with the relevant client group and complete safeguarding/background checks and employer-specific training; independent regulated practice requires its own qualification.
Deliver council services and implement local policy and public programmes.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£38,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Assess information and risks to support investigations and decisions.
Starting out
£27,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£55,000
How to get there: Develop specialist research, quantitative, legal or regulatory knowledge for this role and relevant work evidence; professional training or employer vetting may be required.
Interprets data to inform decisions and explain patterns.
Starting out
£28,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£65,000
How to get there: Demonstrate the role’s coding, quantitative or systems skills through practical projects; fill any specialist technical gaps and satisfy employer assessment and security checks where relevant.
Corporate responsibility and sustainability practitioner
Related career
Develop responsible business practices and sustainability initiatives.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£50,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Research and report accurate stories for print and digital audiences.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£45,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Help people plan education, training and employment choices.
Starting out
£25,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000
How to get there: Build supervised guidance experience and complete an appropriate career-guidance qualification for professional roles; check Career Development Institute register requirements.
Manages tenancies and supports residents of social housing.
Starting out
£23,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£35,000
How to get there: Build supervised experience with the relevant client group and complete safeguarding/background checks and employer-specific training; independent regulated practice requires its own qualification.
Improve equality practices, analyse barriers and advise on inclusive services.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£46,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Represent union members, negotiate with employers and develop workplace policy.
Starting out
£30,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£66,000
How to get there: Develop practical evidence for this occupation through relevant projects, placements or work; employer selection and role-specific skills requirements still apply.
Identify learning needs and design and evaluate staff training.
Starting out
£24,000
Typical reference
Not published
Experienced
£40,000
How to get there: Build relevant subject/industry experience and teaching or training design skills; employers may require an appropriate teaching/training qualification and safeguarding checks.
Secondary school teachers teach children from 11 to 16, or up to 19 in schools with sixth forms.
Starting out
£34,000
UK median (2025)
£47,632
Experienced
£53,000
How to read the median
Median for SOC 2313: secondary education teaching professionals. It includes different experience levels. Covers different career stages; this is not starting pay or a course outcome. The sample requires more than one year in the same job and excludes self-employment.
How to get there: Complete subject-appropriate teacher training leading to QTS for England, with required subject knowledge, placements and safeguarding checks; this course alone does not award QTS.
Level 3 96 UCAS Points, or Foundation year Certificate
English language
ELLT test, No english test for On-site Level 3 holders.
Interview or assessment
No Interview
Classes and attendance
2-3 days a week on campus, 9 am to 3pm
05
Funding and support
FUNDING AWAITING CONFIRMATION
CalmaLink needs to check this course’s funding before confirming it to you.
Student Finance England
Tuition fees:To be confirmed
Maintenance:To be confirmed
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you. If the course has not been confirmed as LLE-funded, check it with us.
For courses starting before 1 January 2027, the Tuition Fee Loan has no upper age limit. If you are 60 or over at the start of the first academic year, eligible full-time living-cost support is up to £4,582 in 2026/27, depending on household income.
Most courses starting on or after 1 January 2027 use the Lifelong Learning Entitlement (LLE). You must be under 60 on the first day of the course to apply for a Tuition Fee Loan. At 60 or over, an additional living-cost loan may be available: we review this with you.
Previous study does not rule you out: it depends on what you studied, whether you received UK funding and the course. We review it with you.
Student Finance England makes the decision. We help you check.Official source
Course funding does not guarantee individual approval or a particular amount.
To receive a Maintenance Loan you normally need regular in-person classes during the week. A course offering only weekend attendance does not normally meet these requirements. Before enrolling, confirm the timetable and any applicable exceptions with the provider and Student Finance England.
The provider will check that you meet the English requirements for this course, whether you are a Home or international student. Declaring your level does not replace their assessment.
Greenwich publishes academic support, wellbeing, disability and dyslexia services. Discuss reasonable adjustments early. For an Oxford International foundation stage, confirm college support arrangements separately.
Sources and review
Academic information reviewed: 2026-10-21
Catalogue availability and curriculum/salary evidence are checked on separate dates.