Choosing Sociology as your secondary joint honours subject allows you to develop your critical and analytical skills. Studying a range of relevant sociology specialisms in a research-led environment gives you a practical grounding in the application and analysis of concepts and ideas.

The combined English and Sociology curriculums are designed to encourage and develop competences that enhance your academic studies and improve your employability. Studying for degree joint honours with another subjectÊ allows you the freedom to explore your other passions while developing core skills and experience associated with in-depth study of literature.

Independent rankings

English and Creative Writing at Kent was rankedÊ7th inÊThe Guardian University Guide 2018.ÊIn the National Student Survey 2017, 92% of our English students were satisfied with the quality of teaching.

For graduate prospects, English and Creative Writing at Kent was ranked 15th inÊThe Guardian University Guide 2018.

Sociology at Kent was ranked 10th for course satisfaction in The Guardian University Guide 2017. In the National Student Survey 2016, Sociology at Kent was ranked 14th for overall satisfaction.

For graduate prospects, Sociology at Kent was ranked 11th in The Complete University Guide 2017 and in The Times Good University Guide 2016. Of Sociology students who graduated from Kent in 2015, 90% of were in work or further study within six months (DLHE).