Key information
Duration
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting October 2027 — Apply before Apr 2027
- Starting February 2028 — Apply before Apr 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 87
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Sociology, Health Sciences
Overview
About the programme
The Open University UK also provides instruction and expertise in a broad range of innovative research methodologies and general sociology.
Students studying Sociology of Health and Medicine will gain and contribute knowledge in the major areas that are relevant to health policy and sociological theory.
Programme Structure
The sociology of health and medicine critically analyses:
- medical and healthcare systems
- the production of medical and health knowledge and practice
- the social, material and cultural effects of medical and healthcare practice
- historical sociology analysing the changing roles of medicine and health in society
- the role of health-related sciences and technologies within society
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 87
General requirements
Entry requirements
- Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent). If you are not a UK citizen, you may need to prove your knowledge of English.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International (Applies to you — Non-residents): 23,889 AUD / year (≈ 12,705 GBP / year)
- Domestic (Applies to you — Citizens or residents): 9,413 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year)
Living costs
Milton Keynes, United Kingdom
1,594-2,529 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
