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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Queen Margaret University
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Queen Margaret University
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
Select a an exam type
Who are we, and how do we shape our world? On this course you will explore the nature of the individual and society. You will learn the critical thinking skills that discerning employers are looking for in a variety of fields including business, health, media, education, social care and management.Why QMU?- We offer a stimulating environment in which students can develop the intellectual and professional edge needed for working with 21st century society, and in which our staff work on outward-facing, innovative and cross-disciplinary research.- Our course is student-focused and research-informed. It offers students the opportunity to work closely with staff on current, real-world projects and collaborations.- Our class sizes are smaller compared with some universities, so you have closer and more personal support and guidance from our staff.- We came top amongst UK universities for 'overall student satisfaction in social sciences' in the National Student Survey 2021.- Through the unique integration of sociology and psychology teaching through combined ‘hybrid’ modules, we have developed a highly innovative and unique joint degree which is aligned to QMU’s strategic goal to provide distinctive, accessible and high quality education.On this course you will:- Learn to use social scientific methods and evidence to make sense of human behaviour.- Learn how to think and write critically, giving you skills that can be valuable in many fields.- Have opportunities to go into communities and apply your skills and knowledge in a real-world context and reflect upon the ways that psychological and sociological knowledge can effect real change in people’s everyday lives.Are you fascinated by human nature, by who we are and how we interact? Do you want to understand what impacts the shape of society around us and how it could be changed for the better? Then you will enjoy our joint course in psychology and sociology as it provides a challenging and stimulating environment for exploring these questions around the individual and society.Studying psychology and sociology will allow you to explore a large and fascinating world, the fundamental nature of human beings and how that nature shapes our social environment. You will engage with debates about the practical, theoretical and ethical issues associated with the use of different methodologies, paradigms and methods of analysis applied in each of the disciplines, and their relevance and value for different communities and publics.
Exam type
A levelA level:
BCC Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
BBBB Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
28 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
H2,H2,H3,H3 Grades / Points required
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
MMM Grades / Points required
Scottish HNC:
Pass Grades / Points required
Scottish HND:
Pass Grades / Points required
English required and Maths preferred at GCSE grade C or 4.
English required and Maths preferred at National 5 grade C.
Various Access courses are considered, such as:Access to Community, Education & HumanitiesAccess to University StudyAccess to Arts, Social Sciences & Primary Teaching Access to Languages, Arts and Social SciencesAccess to Languages with BusinessAccess to Humanities/Primary EducationAccess to Degree StudiesAccess to Arts & Social ScienceAccess to HumanitiesAccess to Social SciencesAccess to Teaching
English required and Maths preferred at Standard level
English required and Maths preferred at Ordinary level O4 or Higher level H5.
Suitable subject areas include Humanities or Social Science).
HNC Social ScienceHNC Social Services HNC in Child Care (Early Education & Child Care)Pass at grade C in the graded unit
Preferably HND Social Sciences or HND Social Services with CB in the graded units
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£1,820 per year
Students from Scotland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Wales
This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from Channel Islands
This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
£9,250 per year
Students from International
£9250 Per year
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