Social Policy Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Course Overview - Social Policy Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
A Social Policy degree from the University of Birmingham equips you with the tools to analyze and tackle pressing societal issues like poverty, housing, and inequality. It blends rigorous academic study with practical opportunities, such as final-year work placements, ensuring you're prepared to make meaningful change locally and globally. Studying on Birmingham's vibrant campus sets the stage for shaping a better future.
Shape the future with our BA Social Policy. Understand key social challenges like poverty and health inequality, explore solutions, and make meaningful ch...
A Social Policy degree from the University of Birmingham equips you with the tools to analyze and tackle pressing societal issues like poverty, housing, and inequality. It blends rigorous academic study with practical opportunities, such as final-year work placements, ensuring you're prepared to make meaningful change locally and globally. Studying on Birmingham's vibrant campus sets the stage for shaping a better future.
Shape the future with our BA Social Policy. Understand key social challenges like poverty and health inequality, explore solutions, and make meaningful change. Gain real-world experience through our unique placement year, preparing you to transform society.
Reasons to study this course:
• World-Class Expertise: Learn from leading academics in a top research-intensive university.
• Real-World Impact: Tackle pressing global challenges like inequality, health, and education through a dynamic curriculum.
• Placement Opportunities: Gain hands-on experience with diverse placements, bridging theory and practice.
• Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore innovative solutions with insights from sociology, politics, economics, and beyond.
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-28
Campus
Main Site
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A04-J78
Institution Code
B32
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
General Studies: Accepted
UCAS Tariff
Not accepted
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
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)
Typical offers when offered in combination with A Levels: BTEC Diploma DD plus A in A level BTEC Subsidiary Diploma D plus AB in A levels
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted in place of a non-required A level with the equivalent grade.
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
Accepted in place of A levels with the following grade equivalencies: D2 = A*; D3 = A; M2 = B. Combinations of A levels and Principle subjects are accepted. NB required subjects must be offered (see A level Section)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales, Republic of Ireland, Channel Islands | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |








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