Sociology : Further study

A 2011 HESA survey of 2010 graduates indicates that six months after graduation 12% of sociology graduates had moved on to further study, with an additional 6% combining study with paid employment.

For students considering further study, there are generally two types. For some careers areas, it is necessary to undertake a vocational postgraduate qualification. Examples include teaching, social work, law, housing, counselling, community education, information management, careers guidance and human resource management. However, for those who wish to continue to study sociology or related subjects (e.g. social policy or social research) it is also possible to study for a Masters degree (either via a taught course or a research programme) with the possibility of then studying towards a PhD.

These trends show only what previous graduates in your subject did immediately upon graduating. Over the course of their career - the first few years in particular - many others will opt for some form of further study, either part time or full time. If further study interests you, start by thinking about postgrad study and search courses and research to identify your options.

Look at funding my further study for details relating to finance and the application process.