BA

Sociology—Science and Medicine

Learn more about studying Sociology—Science and Medicine as an international student.

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Key facts

  • Degree type
    Bachelor's
  • Duration
    4 years
  • Delivery method
    On campus
  • Pace
    Full-time
  • Annual tuition fee
    32,000USD
  • Start date
    Sep
  • QS Ranking
    #66

Program overview

What the University of California San Diego says about their program:

The Sociology—Science and Medicine program at the University of California San Diego offers a Bachelor of Arts degree. This program focuses on the intersection of sociology with science and medicine, exploring how these fields influence society and individual lives.

The curriculum includes courses such as Sociology of Health, Illness and Medicine, Medical Sociology, and the Sociology of the Aids Epidemic. Students will engage with topics that examine the relationships between knowledge, social order, and practice in science and medicine.

This program is designed for students interested in understanding the social dimensions of health and medicine. Graduates may pursue careers in healthcare, public policy, or research, applying their knowledge to address social issues in these fields.

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Admission requirements

Undergraduate academic requirements

  • International applicants must have completed secondary school with a superior average in academic subjects and earned a certificate of completion equivalent to a U.S. high school diploma.
  • Admission is competitive, requiring excellent results on final secondary school exams.

Postgraduate academic requirements

  • Completion of a bachelor's degree (four or five years) in a suitable subject from a recognised university with a minimum grade of Second Class Honours Lower Division (2

    2) or equivalent.

English proficiency

English proficiency is required; accepted tests include IELTS, TOEFL, or equivalent.

English proficiency waivers

Documents required

  • Passport
  • Academic Transcripts
  • Degree certificate or diploma
  • Proof of English proficiency
  • Statement of purpose or personal statement
  • Recommendation letters
  • Finance proof
  • Translations
  • Credential evaluations
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Required grades

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Scholarships at University of California San Diego

  • Regents Scholarship

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    UC San Diego lists the Regents Scholarship among its undergraduate scholarship opportunities. The award is competitive, with eligibility and renewal criteria published by UC San Diego.

  • UC San Diego scholarships

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    UC San Diego publishes scholarship information for students, including campus scholarships and scholarship search resources. International students should review current eligibility criteria for each award.

All scholarship information on Studee is provided for guidance only. Always check the university's official scholarship page for the latest information on eligibility, award amounts, deadlines, and application requirements.

Fees

University of California San Diego provides fee information that can help students understand how study costs may be structured or may vary across options. University of California San Diego encourages students to review official funding and financial-support information to confirm what cost guidance or support may be available.

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What is the cost of living near University of California San Diego?

Category Cost  (in United States Dollar)
Rent, 1-bed apartment in city centre$2,519
Rent, 1-bed apartment outside centre$2,068
Utilities (electricity, heating, water, refuse)$165
Internet (60 Mbps unlimited)$72
Mobile phone plan (data + calls)$61· USA average
Monthly public transport pass$72
Monthly grocery basket$246
Books and study supplies (monthly)$114
Coffee shop drink$6
Cinema or cultural event ticket$18
Gym membership$63

Indicative monthly costs per person.

Data sourced from livingcost.org (Crowdsourced), numbeo.com (Crowdsourced) and fas.ucsd.edu (University published).

Visa requirements for the University of California San Diego

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