The BSc Social Analytics is a unique opportunity to combine social science modules with cutting-edge training in quantitative research methods and a guaranteed work placement. It has been developed to address the growing demand from public, private and third sector employers for quantitatively-literate and competent social science graduates.
This degree allows you to explore social issues through the analysis of quantitative social data and the study of the methods used to capture such data. These social issues might include, for example; educational attainment, migration,...
The BSc Social Analytics is a unique opportunity to combine social science modules with cutting-edge training in quantitative research methods and a guaranteed work placement. It has been developed to address the growing demand from public, private and third sector employers for quantitatively-literate and competent social science graduates.<br/><br/>This degree allows you to explore social issues through the analysis of quantitative social data and the study of the methods used to capture such data. These social issues might include, for example; educational attainment, migration, poverty, crime rates or voting behaviour.<br/><br/>**Distinctive features**<br/><br/><br/>- This course has been designed with employers to ensure that graduates meet the growing need for social scientists trained in quantitative research methods;<br/><br/><br/>- A credit-bearing work placement module allows you to undertake a research project with an external organisation;<br/><br/><br/>- The opportunity for you to learn in a School that was ranked 3rd in the UK for research quality in sociology and 5th for education in the 2014 Research Excellent Framework (REF);<br/><br/><br/>- The involvement of research-active staff in teaching;<br/><br/><br/>- The emphasis on independent learning in a research-led environment;<br/><br/><br/>- The variety of modules on offer in a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary School.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site - Cardiff
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
J3G5
Institution Code
C15
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme31 29 31-29 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM DMM in a BTEC Extended Diploma in any subject. GCSE/National 4/National 5You must have or be working towards: - English language or Welsh language at GCSE grade C/4 or an equivalent (such as A-levels). If you require a Student visa, you must ensure your language qualification complies with UKVI requirements. Extended ProjectA For applicants taking the EPQ qualification, an A in the EPQ can be recognised to lower the entry requirements by a single grade. For example an AAB offer would be “AAB from 3 A levels or ABB from 3 A levels and a grade A in the EPQ”. Please note that any subject specific requirements must be met. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)The Welsh Baccalaureate Skills Challenge Certificate will be accepted in lieu of one A Level at the A Level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements. A levelB,B,B B,C,C T LevelAcceptance of T Levels for this programme will be considered on a case-by-case basis by the Academic School. Consideration will be given to the T Level grade/subject and grades/subjects achieved at GCSE/Level 2. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £22,950 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |