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Overview
This course provides you with sound education and training in key areas of social science theory, research and investigation. Key course objectives are to develop knowledge in the social sciences; to develop analytical, evaluative and problem-solving skills; to develop communication skills, and to develop personal effectiveness and critical thinking about social and cultural issues.
This course is placed on the Scottish Credit Qualifications Framework at Level 8.
Minimum entry requirements
- Two Highers at Grade C or above in relevant subjects such as History, Modern Studies, English; OR
- National Certificate in Social Sciences comprising 16 relevant modules with good grades (A or B), including a pass in Communication at SCQF Level 6, and a satisfactory reference from the awarding centre; OR
- Other equivalent qualifications or experience.
Applicants whose first language is not English should have minimum SQA ESOL National 5 or equivalent for NC/NQ courses and ESOL Higher or equivalent for HNC/D courses.
Additional selection requirements
- You'll be invited for a group and/or individual interview where you’ll get the opportunity to find out more about the course and tell us why you're interested in this subject
- Some applicants may be required to take a short written exercise.
- Applicants are advised to ensure that their personal statement is written to a very high standard.
What you study
Year one:
- Research.
- Sociology.
- Psychology.
- Politics.
- Economics.
- History.
- ICT.
- Literature.
Year two:
- Advanced work in the same subject areas.
- Criminology will be offered as an additional option.
Successful completion of 12 appropriate credits gains the award of HNC and candidates who successfully complete 15 credits may progress to HND.
After the course
Continuing Study
After completing your HND you may progress to:
- Second, or third year BA (Hons) Social Policy at the University of the West of Scotland
- Social Science at Glasgow Caledonian University
- Social Science at the UWS
Some students have gone on to study at Glasgow, Stirling, and other institutions of higher learning.