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Bachelor of Social Science

Royal Holloway, University of London

Egham, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

A social science degree built around social policy, With a second subject chosen from several options.

Program highlights

Internship available: yes
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Social Science can develop the ability to evaluate social and behavioural evidence
Apply relevant research methods and ethical principles
And communicate findings to diverse audiences. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Policy analysis
Social research
Social work
Community work
Youth work
Civil service
Charitable sector
Public administration
NGO sector
Journalism and media

Curriculum

Social Policy is the core subject
Available only in this degree. First year adds Sociology
Critical Skills for Social Sciences and one of Anthropology
Economics
Geography
History or Philosophy. Years two and three continue with Social Policy and one first-year subject as a double major. Study abroad gives a four-year degree.

Entry requirements

Academic

A Levels: BBB-BBC. Required subjects: We require English and Mathematics GCSE at grade 4/C. International qualification or degree equivalents by country are listed on the course page.

Accepted academic background

A levels or equivalent (IB, European Baccalaureate, Country-specific qualifications), Some countries require an International Foundation Year before entry, GCSE/equivalent English and maths on some courses.

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 88
Duolingo 120
PTE Academic 67
IELTS Academic 6.5

Documents you’ll need

Completed application form
Academic transcripts
Graduation certificate when applicable
Passport copy
English proficiency evidence
Financial documentation
Program-specific supporting materials when required.

How to apply

Check the course entry requirements and the UCAS equal-consideration deadline of 13 January 2027 (international applications are considered until 30 June 2027 if places remain) at official website 2. Apply through UCAS with Royal Holloway's institution code R72 and the course's UCAS code. Send a transcript or certificate if the Admissions Office asks (A level
BTEC and IB results are verified through UCAS). No portfolio is required as standard. Reply to your offers by the UCAS deadline and apply for halls when accommodation applications open.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£23,000 GBP
Application fee	£75 GBP
Deposit	£3,000 GBP

Program details

Campus	Egham
Faculty or school	School of Law and Social Sciences
Department	Social Work
Teaching language	English
Credit value	360
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2 years
Scholarship note	Royal Holloway, University of London may offer institutional, Merit-based, Departmental, Or international student scholarships to eligible applicants. Award value, Eligibility, And deadlines vary by program and intake.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
13 Jan 2027
60 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.