This wide-ranging degree provides you with an insight into the role of education in society, both nationally and internationally. You will study sociological, philosophical, historical and political perspectives. Benefit from work experience and placements including student tutoring and volunteering, and ‘learning from work’ options.
This wide-ranging degree provides you with an insight into the role of education in society, both nationally and internationally. You will study sociological, philosophical, historical and political perspectives. Benefit from work experience and placements including student tutoring and volunteering, and ‘learning from work’ options.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
15/09/2025
Campus
Main Site (Newcastle)
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
X390
Institution Code
N21
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS TariffNot Accepted Scottish HigherB,B,B,B,B Combinations of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted. Scottish qualifications can be taken in more than one sitting. National 5 English and Maths required at grade C (or grade 2 Standard Grade or Intermediate 2 equivalent) if not offered at Higher. Access to HE DiplomaD:30,M:15,P:0 Level 3 units in Social Sciences, Cultural or Media Studies are desirable. At least 30 level 3 credits at Distinction and in addition at least 15 level 3 credits at a minimum of Merit. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme30 30 points including three subjects grade 5 or above at Higher Level. English and Maths at SL grade 5 required if not offered at HL. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM Will be considered, areas of social science or cultural studies preferred. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H2,H2,H2,H3,H3 At least one social science subject preferred but should include English and Maths Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - PrincipalM2,M2,M2 At least one social science preferred. A minimum of a Grade C/level 5 in English and Maths at GCSE is required. Extended ProjectIf you offer the Level 3 Extended Project Qualification in a topic relevant to the degree programme, we will vary our offer to recognise this. A levelB,B,B A minimum of a Grade B/level 6 in English at GCSE if without A Levels which demonstrate significant amounts of writing. GCSE grade 5 Maths required |
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