Social Researcher
A Social Researcher works within research, science and evidence-based analysis, applying specialist knowledge and practical skills to...
The BA (Hons) Social Sciences course gives you a broad grounding in social sciences, with pathways in Politics and Policy, Sociology and Policy, and Sociology.
BA (Hons)
Four years full-time or eight years part-time
September, January, May
The BA (Hons) Social Sciences course is an interdisciplinary degree that gives you a broad academic grounding in social sciences, with the opportunity to specialise in Politics and Policy, Sociology and Policy, or Sociology.
You will explore contemporary local and global challenges using social science theory, research methods and evidence-based learning. The course has a strong Research and Inquiry spine running from first year through to the final-year dissertation, helping you develop practical research skills that can be applied across different working environments.
You will study sociology, politics and policy in the first two years before choosing from a wide range of optional modules at Levels 9 and 10, allowing you to shape the course around your interests and potential bracketed award pathway.
This course is for students interested in society, politics, policy, social change, inequality, culture, research and the ways social science can help explain and respond to contemporary challenges.
Graduates can progress into roles in policy, public services, community organisations, social research, campaigning, third-sector work, local government, education, communications, postgraduate study and wider graduate careers that value analytical and research skills.
Build knowledge across sociology, politics, policy and social research.
Shape your studies through specialist pathways and optional modules.
Develop practical research and inquiry skills from first year to dissertation.
Students take core research and academic development modules plus a selection of introductory social science modules.
Students select from a bank of options to support their interests and potential bracketed award pathway.
Teaching uses student-centred learning, diverse forms of engagement and assessment, research-focused activity, case studies, discussion, presentations, written work and independent study.
The course offers structured choice at Levels 9 and 10. Depending on module selection, students may become eligible for a bracketed award in Politics and Policy, Sociology and Policy, or Sociology.
We welcome Scottish, UK and international students and consider all applicants on an individual basis.
Please visit our Undergraduate entry requirements page for information on our different entry requirements, including country-specific details for EU and non-EU qualifications.
HNC or BTEC Level 4 HNC Social Sciences or Social Studies with grade B in the graded unit may support Year 2 entry. HND or BTEC Level 5 HND Social Sciences or Social Studies may also be considered.
SQA HND or BTEC Level 5 HND Social Sciences or Social Studies with BB in the graded unit may support Year 3 entry.
Relevant SWAP access courses, Glasgow University Access Course, HNCs in related subjects and other academic, vocational or professional qualifications may be considered at the discretion of the University.
Explore the career opportunities this course can lead to. The skills and knowledge you gain can prepare you for a wide range of roles across your chosen industry and support your long-term professional development.
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