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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Peel Park Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Peel Park Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
4 Years
The Foundation Year of this four-year programme provides a solid grounding in key social sciences subjects, preparing you for further study in the associated degree programme. You will focus on effective communication and study skills, alongside foundational subjects in social sciences and social care practice. This year introduces you to essential theories and concepts, offering a broad understanding of the disciplines to support your progression into more advanced study.On the full course, you’ll explore human connections and relationships, examining how social structures like class, race, and gender shape behaviour. You'll tackle pressing issues such as poverty, sexism, austerity, immigration, privacy, and social unrest, gaining a deep understanding of cultural and everyday life.In today’s rapidly changing world, societies are grappling with crises that demand careful analysis. From the cost of living crisis in the UK to global environmental challenges and international conflicts, many communities are facing significant shifts—sometimes becoming unaffordable or uninhabitable. At the same time, digital technologies are fostering unprecedented connections, and cultural changes are empowering individuals to express identities once suppressed or even criminalised. As a Sociology student, you’ll study these historical and contemporary changes, understanding their impact on society and how they can drive major social transformations.
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A levelA level:
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Scottish Higher:
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UCAS Tariff:
80 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
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A Minimum of 80 UCAS Points from a minimum of 2 A Level are equivalent qualifications
A Minimum of 80 UCAS Points
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80 UCAS Points from Approved Access to HE Diploma
80 UCAS Points
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