What will I learn?

Sociology at York is renowned for its research. In the Times Higher Education’s ranking of the 2021 REF results, we're ranked 4th overall and joint 1st for our real-world impact, we provide a world-class research environment. Our postgraduate research themes are richly varied, highlighting the department’s extensive research areas. Recent research areas have included:Feminism and agencyLGBT EqualityDigital communications and identitiesSociology of health and illnessPolitical SociologyFuture studiesSociology of the paranormalUrban Sociology

Which department am I in?

Sociology

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£24,500.00 (26,69,427) per year

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

February 2026

Venue

Online

Heslington,

York,

YO10 5DD, Northern England, United Kingdom

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees

£24,500.00 (26,69,427) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Application deadline

Expected August 2026

Start date

September 2026

Venue

University of York - Heslington Campus

Heslington,

York,

YO10 5DD, Northern England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

For international students

Normally, you will have a good undergraduate degree in a social science discipline, or in a discipline related to the research area in which you intend to work.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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