Social Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Science Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
### Social Science (BSc)
Explore the forces shaping society—and your place within it.
Want to understand how human societies work? This dynamic degree invites you to investigate today’s most pressing social issues, from inequality and justice to policy and community development. With a flexible modular structure, you can tailor your studies to match your interests —whether you're drawn to sociology, criminology, law, politics, social policy or social work.
You’ll learn to critically examine how societies function, how individuals and commu...
### Social Science (BSc)
Explore the forces shaping society—and your place within it.
Want to understand how human societies work? This dynamic degree invites you to investigate today’s most pressing social issues, from inequality and justice to policy and community development. With a flexible modular structure, you can tailor your studies to match your interests —whether you're drawn to sociology, criminology, law, politics, social policy or social work.
You’ll learn to critically examine how societies function, how individuals and communities interact, and how historical context informs the present. Along the way, you’ll build essential skills in communication, critical thinking, research methods, and data analysis—skills that employers across sectors value highly.
#### Policy in the real world
* You'll gain experience in the workplace through our optional volunteering module
* You'll explore policy in action by evaluating real-world services and interventions
* You'll undertake activities that deepen your understanding of cultures and communities in modern Britain
#### Look to the future
This degree opens doors to a wide range of careers in the public and third sectors, including, community development, education and youth work, health and social care, advocacy and policy and national and international relations. You’ll also be well-prepared for postgraduate study in areas such as education, social work, law, global health, international development or public policy.
*We sometimes make changes to our courses to improve your experience. If this happens, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.*
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-20
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A52-J11
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
B,B,B
B,B,C
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. General Studies and Critical Thinking A-levels are not accepted. At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics are also required.
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
Scottish Higher
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 24.0, offer-merit: 3.0
Pass in a relevant subject with at least 24 level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require English Language and Mathematics at grade 4/C.
Scottish Advanced Higher
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Plus an A-level grade B.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
5,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 30 points overall.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Plus A-level grades BC.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Requirements are as for A-levels where one non-subject-specified A-level can be replaced by the same grade in the Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Applicants with the Cambridge Pre-U are strongly encouraged to apply to Royal Holloway. Offers will be made on the basis of equivalent A-Level grades as can be found on the Royal Holloway website.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland, England, Channel Islands, Wales, Scotland | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £23,700 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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