At the heart of Applied Social Science is a desire to understand our society and the social problems we face in order to make a real difference to communities.

This course offers students the chance to gain a broad understanding of a variety of social science disciplines, whilst developing the knowledge and skills needed for a range of careers. Students have the opportunity to undertake work placements during the course to gain hands-on experience.
Students have access to a range of specialist facilities including several state-of-the-art clinical suites and modern psychology laboratories in the 19 million Sarah Swift Building; a moot court, where they can explore the key principles of modern legal practice in a variety of courtroom roles; and the Human Performance Centre, which contains multiple sports laboratories and an 'endless pool'.

Placement Year

Students are encouraged to take part in three work experience opportunities during their studies. There is the option to undertake a work placement year between their second and third year, which may be abroad or in the UK. Students who choose to undertake a work placement are not required to pay tuition fees for that year but will be required to pay their travel, accommodation, and general living costs.

Prospective students require one of the following qualifications for entry onto year one of a bachelor’s degree:

• Successful completion of an International Foundation programme
• Between 27 and 34 International Baccalaureate (IB) points depending on the course you wish to apply for. Specific information on IB requirements can be found on individual undergraduate course pages.