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Bachelor of Social Policy and Sociology

Edinburgh, United Kingdom
4 years
English
On campus
Bachelor

About the program

Four-year full-time Master of Arts (Honours) degree in Social Policy and Sociology taught by the School of Social and Political Science.

Program highlights

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

What you will learn

Demonstrate a structured understanding of core principles in Social Policy and Sociology. Apply relevant analytical
Practical and research methods to subject-specific problems. Communicate findings clearly and evaluate evidence through academic work and projects.

Career outcomes

Policy Assistant
Research Officer
Community Program Coordinator
Case Worker
Social Research Assistant

Curriculum

Four-year full-time honours degree. A study-abroad period is available. Delivered by the School of Social and Political Science (Central Area). Full module lists are held in the University's course catalogue.

Entry requirements

Academic

SQA Highers AAAB by end of S5 or AAAA by end of S6
A levels from A*AA to AAB
IB from 37 points with 666 at HL to 34 points with 655 at HL
Plus English language evidence
Other qualifications: international equivalent chosen by country on the programme page.

Accepted academic background

Secondary school leaving qualification meeting the programme requirements, Including required subjects, English language evidence, Applicants whose qualifications are not accepted use the International Foundation Programme.

Documents you’ll need

English Language Test Results
Personal Statement
Academic Transcripts
Recommendation Letters.

How to apply

Check the programme's entry requirements and the UCAS deadline (13 January 2027 for most programmes) at. Apply through UCAS using the programme's UCAS code. Provide your qualifications
Personal statement
Reference and English language evidence. Wait for the selection decision. Some programmes also ask for a portfolio or interview. Accept your offer and submit your qualifications. Apply for a Student visa before the start date. The Student Immigration Service can help.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£31,100 GBP
Application fee	£35 GBP
Deposit	£41,927 GBP

Program details

Campus	Central Area
Faculty or school	School of Social and Political Science
Department	Social Sciences
Teaching language	English
Credit value	480
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

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

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.