Overview

This three-year Politics and Social Policy (Hons) degree at Swansea University explores questions about how the world should be run, and what values should shape global politics, as well as issues like human rights and equality.

You will have the chance to take an internship at the National Assembly for Wales, and the opportunity to spend a semester abroad – an exciting and valuable experience, which will further enhance your career prospects.

Career

Students on this course typically develop excellent oral and writing skills and you will learn to present your ideas in a range of formats, along with strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.

Our graduates are truly international and are employed all around the world.

They have careers in:

education
government and politics
humanitarian organisations
business
media and public relations
law
public services

Programme Structure

Courses include:

The State and Political Institutions
Social Security, Poverty and Social Exclusion
The History of Political Thought
John F. Kennedy and America
America in Crisis: Political Culture and Society from the Tet Offensive to Trump
Business & Entrepreneurship
Philosophy and the Enlightenment

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2023-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2023-09-25 00:00:00 , National
Starting 2024-09-25 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-08-31 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Sociology Political Science Social Policy View 148 other Bachelors in Social Policy in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6

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TOEFL^® IBT

79

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Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
Legal aid

We partnered with Aon to provide you with the best affordable student insurance, for a carefree experience away from home.

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Starting from €0.53/day, free cancellation any time.

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Other requirements

General requirements

Our standard entry requirement is BBB (UCAS tariff points 120) or equivalent. All offers are made following a review of the application form, predicted/achieved grades and subjects, the reference and personal statement. We also accept a range of advanced level qualifications including: International Baccalaureate 32; Welsh Baccalaureate - grade equivalent to A-level; Access to Higher Education and Open University qualifications, and Extended Project.

Tuition Fee

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International

17450 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 17450 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

9000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 9000 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Swansea

727 - 1379 GBP /month

Living costs

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

Funding

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Politics and Social Policy (Hons).

Available Scholarships

You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.

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