Overview

The foundation year of this four-year course will introduce you to the key concepts and knowledge you need to progress to the BSc in Sociology and Social Policy. Following successful completion of the Foundation Year, students will progress onto Year 1 of the BSc.

Why Sociology and Social Policy at Swansea?

Our Sociology and Social Policy with a Foundation Year (Hons) degree programme at Swansea University has an enviable reputation, being ranked 9th in the UK for Social Policy courses (Guardian University Guide 2020) 10th in the UK (Times Good University Guide 2019) and top ten for teaching quality and student experience (NSS 2019).

Our core teaching staff have a strong, international profile in research, and regularly consult on policy in Wales, the UK and beyond.

Career:

A Sociology and Social Policy degree opens up a wide range of further study or career opportunities. Graduates have gone on to pursue careers in many different fields, including:

Youth work

Education
Research
Journalism
Policy development
Legal, police and probation services
Marketing and Advertising
Ecology and Environmental Planning
Human Resources

Depending on the sector, Sociology and Social Policy graduates can expect to earn an average annual salary of £22,000, rising to £50,000 for more senior posts.

The Sociology and Social Policy degree can also be a gateway to further professional and vocational training in fields such as teaching and social work.

Programme Structure

Course structure:

Employability and Personal Development

Study Skills in Social Sciences

Individuals and Society

Sociology: The Classics

Economics in Society
The History of Social Policy

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

More details

Apply via UCAS or directly on the university's website free of charge.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Swansea, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Social Policy View 77 other Bachelors in Social Policy in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

79

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PTE Academic

64

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

Typical A-level/Welsh Baccalaureate* Offer BBB
* We welcome applications from Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Diploma students. The requirements are as for A-levels where you can substitute the same non-subject specific graduate for the Welsh Baccalaureate Advanced Level Core Grade.
Typical Access to HE Offer: 27 Distinctions, 15 Merits, 3 Passes
Typical BTEC Offer: DDM
International Baccalaureate: 33-34 points
Irish Leaving Certificate: 360-375 points
GCSE profiles need to include a minimum of five passes at Grade A*- C -9/4 including Welsh or English Language and Mathematics.

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

19100 GBP / year

≈ 19100 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

9535 GBP / year

≈ 9535 GBP / year

Living costs

Swansea

United Kingdom

727 - 1379 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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Scholarships Information

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Overview

Why Sociology and Social Policy at Swansea?

Career:

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

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Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Swansea

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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