Sociology and Social Policy Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Sociology and Social Policy Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Explore the issues that shape our lives, communities and future with our BSc in Sociology and Social Policy.
Social policy looks at how societies respond to people’s needs and work to improve wellbeing. Sociology helps you understand how people live, connect and interact within groups, institutions and wider society.
You’ll learn to question what you see, interpret evidence with confidence and apply ideas to real-world problems. We use a wide range of data and approaches to explore today’s most pressing social issues and help you make your own contribution to under...
Explore the issues that shape our lives, communities and future with our BSc in Sociology and Social Policy.
Social policy looks at how societies respond to people’s needs and work to improve wellbeing. Sociology helps you understand how people live, connect and interact within groups, institutions and wider society.
You’ll learn to question what you see, interpret evidence with confidence and apply ideas to real-world problems. We use a wide range of data and approaches to explore today’s most pressing social issues and help you make your own contribution to understanding and improving society.
Distinctive features of the programme
A year abroad or on placement
Expand your horizons; gain experience with study abroad options or a professional placement.
Research-led
Develop your research skills with the support of research-active staff; apply your skills in a dissertation project.
Sociology in context
Explore sociology in a range on contexts such as globalisation, education, social media, culture and consumption and ethnic relations.
Course Information
1 option available
Some courses vary and have tailored teaching options, select a course option below.
Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-27
Campus
Main Site - Cardiff
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A40-A69
Institution Code
C15
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,B
B,C,C
T Level
Acceptance 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.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
GCSE/National 4/National 5
You 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 Project
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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
31.0
29.0
31-29 overall or 665-655 in 3 HL subjects.
WJEC Level 3 Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales
The Advanced Skills Baccalaureate Wales will be accepted in lieu of one A level at the A level grades specified, excluding any subject specific requirements.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
DMM
in a BTEC Extended Diploma in any subject.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
The Advanced 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.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Islands, England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Scotland, Republic of Ireland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £24,700 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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