Sociology and Health

The University of Essex

Qualification

Degree

Length

4 yrs

UK fees / yr

£9,535

Study

Full-time

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About this course

Sociology and Health studies theories of public health issues, social divisions, the nature of work and the environment, and crime and aging. This course is temporarily suspended for the 2026-27 academic year. Currently, the world is undergoing significant health challenges, and disadvantaged groups are being hit harder than others.

Why is this the case? How can we identify and resolve ongoing disparities in health outcomes? How can we improve population health and public health overall?

This course offers a deep understanding of sociology and health. Studying topics related to the underlying reasons for disparities in health is critical as we navigate the rise in chronic disease, infectious disease, and other health issues impacting our world. Through developing your understanding of the sociology of health, you will learn to think critically about the challenges facing society.

This course provides you with a strong grounding in the key theories, understandings and issues relating to Sociology and Health.

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