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Diploma of Sociology and Social Policy
The College, Swansea University
- Swansea, United Kingdom
- 0.58 years
- English
- On campus
- Diploma
About the program
Two-semester International Year One that gives international students direct entry to the first year of a Swansea University degree in sociology and welfare issues in society.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): no
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Explain central concepts in Sociology and Social Policy
- Apply relevant analytical or practical techniques
- Communicate evidence-based findings and reflect on professional or academic ethics.
Career outcomes
- Further study (BSc Sociology)
- The page lists no specific roles
Curriculum
- Integrated first year over two semesters on Singleton Park Campus: students take the first-year modules of the matching Swansea University degree (BSc (Hons) Sociology) plus the College modules Research and Study Skills (ILSC) 1 and an Academic Support Tutorial
- Then move into year two.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Secondary education to the country-specific standard on the Academic Entry Requirements page (International Year One
- Stage 2): e. G. UK 72-80 UCAS points
- Some pathways need GCSE Maths grade C/4
- Varies by country (see Notes).
Accepted academic background
Secondary education to the country-specific standard on the Academic Entry Requirements page (International Year One, Stage 2), No single grade, E. G. UK 72-80 UCAS points, IB 22-24, China 75-80 percent, Pakistan HSC 60 percent.
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Passport Copy.
How to apply
- Review the program admission requirements and intake deadlines. Prepare academic transcripts
- Identification
- any required supporting documents. Complete the institution application and provide language results if applicable. Pay any required application fee
- Submit the application
- await the admission decision.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,500 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,900 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Singleton Park Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Undergraduate Pathways |
| Department | Social Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 70 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Pathway bursaries may be available subject to academic and intake eligibility. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
30 Nov 2026
16 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 0.58 years.
The next deadline is 30 Nov 2026. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £19,500 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £3,900 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,827 GBP.

