Bachelor in Licence - Sociologie

Sociology — Licence Sociologie — is a three-year bachelor-level degree taught in French at the Université de Tours (37) in Tours, France, beginning in September. Yearly tuition is 178 EUR. Sociology examines social structures, institutions, and interactions, seeking to understand how societies are organised and how social forces shape individual behaviour and collective life. Students typically study theories of classical sociologists alongside contemporary theoretical debates, developing a critical understanding of concepts such as class, gender, race, culture, power, and social mobility. Core modules usually cover research methods including surveys, interviews, ethnography, and statistical analysis, equipping students with both quantitative and qualitative research tools. Thematic areas often explored include the sociology of work and organisations, urban sociology, education, health and illness, migration, and digital society. Students are trained to analyse social data and to write clearly argued academic reports and essays across these domains. All instruction is delivered in French. Graduates work in fields such as social research, public policy, community development, human resources, journalism, and education. Many continue to a master's degree in sociology or related disciplines such as urban planning, social work, or population studies. The three-year Licence provides the methodological and theoretical grounding essential for applied and academic careers alike.