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Social Science BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Science BSc (Hons)
Our School has an intellectually challenging approach to research and education. Studying Social Science at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts from within sociology, criminology, law, social policy and social work who will share their research and experience so that you gain invaluable skills, such as research and data analysis, which are highly sought after by employers.
The BSc Social Science will help you to take a broad view of current social issues, and explore them from a range of different perspectives. It will introduce y...
Our School has an intellectually challenging approach to research and education. Studying Social Science at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts from within sociology, criminology, law, social policy and social work who will share their research and experience so that you gain invaluable skills, such as research and data analysis, which are highly sought after by employers. <br/><br/>The BSc Social Science will help you to take a broad view of current social issues, and explore them from a range of different perspectives. It will introduce you to understanding society and people in society, not only from sociological and social policy perspectives, but also from socio-legal and applied ethical viewpoints.<br/><br/>Our approach to social issues involves a practical approach to research which includes evaluating policy and service provision and undertaking practical research projects.<br/><br/>This degree course will also provide you with practical experience of working with individuals and groups in society through a credited volunteer module, and there is also an optional year in industry module.<br/><br/><br/>- A rigorous and critical approach to understanding people in society<br/><br/><br/>- Practical experience of working with individuals and groups in communities<br/><br/><br/>- Broad academic training including social legal perspectives and applied ethics<br/><br/><br/>- Practical skills in evaluation and research<br/>
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
L301
Institution Code
R72
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
Not Accepted
Scottish Higher
A,A,B,B,B
AABBB
Access to HE Diploma
D:27,M:18
Pass in a relevant subject with at least 24 level 3 credits at Distinction and the remaining level 3 credits at Merit. Please note that the Access to Higher Education Diploma will only be acceptable if the applicant has had a considerable break from education
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
32
6,5,5 at Higher Level with a minimum of 32 points overall.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM
in a relevant subject area.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
H2,H2,H3,H3,H3
GCSE/National 4/National 5
We require at least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9 - 4 including English and Mathematics.
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF)
D*D
In a relevant subject area plus an A-level grade B.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
DDD
in a relevant subject area.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DD
In a relevant subject area plus an A-level grade B.
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.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
D
Plus A-level grades BB.
A level
A,B,B
B,B,B
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.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)
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.
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
| EU, International | £21,400 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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