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Applied Social Sciences, BA, University of Sheffield

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University of Sheffield

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BAFull-time3 yearsSeptemberGBP 9250 per year 0

About Applied Social Sciences, BA - at University of Sheffield

Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to tackle the big social science challenges facing society today including inequality, injustice and health.

As part of this course you'll learn how to undertake high-quality research, how to communicate results to different audiences and how research can be applied to make a difference to our lives.

You'll have the flexibility to focus on your own study pathway from the disciplines we teach:

  • Criminology
  • Politics
  • Education, culture and childhood
  • Sociology
  • Human geography
  • Social policy

In the first year, you'll study up to three of these subjects, examining societal issues from various points of view. In the second year, you choose up to two subject areas. In your third year, you'll choose one area to specialise in.

Studying your own mix of social science topics alongside applied practical research skills will equip you with a unique insight into how you might approach challenges facing society today.

We'll teach you how to collect, interpret, apply and present a wide variety of data. This might include managing interview transcripts, conducting focus groups or thinking critically about statistics presented in the news. 

You'll be asked to present your findings in a variety of formats, allowing you to develop the skills necessary to articulate yourself and your data confidently to different audiences. You'll become confident in writing reports, as well as learning how to create websites, podcasts and posters. These are all essential skills for continuing into the workplace. 

We offer valuable work experience as part of your degree, giving you the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge you have gained on your course into live work projects. This might include undertaking a module, summer or year long placement at a variety of organisations including YouGov, Shelter and South Yorkshire Police.

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Entry requirements

The A Level entry requirements for this course are:

ABB

A Levels + additional qualifications: BBB + A in a relevant EPQ; BBB + B in Core Maths
International Baccalaureate: 33
BTEC Extended Diploma: DDD in a relevant subject
BTEC Diploma: DD in a relevant subject + B at A Level
Scottish Highers: AAABB
Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels: B + AB
Access to HE Diploma: Award of
Access to HE Diploma: in Social Sciences, with 45 credits a
T Level: 3, including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit

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Other requirements
  • GCSE Maths grade 4/C

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