Applied Social Science

University of York

United Kingdom, York

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University of York

United Kingdom , York

Key Facts

Program Level

Bachelor

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Course Code

L431

Campuses

Main Site

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines16-Sep-2024

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Duration 3 year(s)

Next Intake 16-Sep-2024

Applied Social Science

About

Combine a broad and balanced foundation in the social sciences with an exploration of a range of social problems such as poverty, unemployment, crime, child abuse, pollution and environmental damage.

With the breadth of knowledge and transferable skills you'll gain on this course, you'll be well placed to pursue a career in a number of fields, especially in the public and voluntary sectors as a policy advisor, policy analyst, researcher, campaigner, journalist or civil servant.

This degree allows you to study a wide range of social science disciplines. You'll find it's suitable if you want to address social issues such as poverty, social exclusion and child wellbeing. It will also help you explore public policy and how social, economic and political decision-making influences people's lives.

You'll study core modules designed specifically for this course that will give you a thorough grounding in social sciences. From your second year you'll choose from a selection of modules which allow you to tailor your degree to your own interests.

Between your second and third year you have an option to undertake a placement which is an ideal way to experience the way policy is implemented on the ground.

Study abroad

There are opportunities for you to spend time abroad during your course:

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Requirements

Entry Requirements

If you're leaving high school in Jordan with the Tawjihi (General Secondary Education Certificate) you will need to take an additional course before being able to apply for an undergraduate course at York. This could be A levels, the International Baccalaureate or a recognised foundation course.

Course-specific requirements

Visit the course pages for details of the entry requirements specific to your chosen course. Some courses also have additional requirements such as work experience or submission of written work.

English Program Requirements

If you're a non-native English speaking applicant you must provide evidence of your English language ability.

You need to show enough fluency in written and spoken English to the required level of the course you're applying to.

Career

Careers and skills

The nature of our degree means you can pursue career-related interests throughout your study and the optional work-based placement is a useful way to demonstrate your knowledge and skills to future employers.

We have a list of career profiles and mentoring opportunities for our students. You can view the stories of our alumni and learn where their degree has taken them. Login as a 'friend' to view the profiles.

How to Apply

1. Your course2. Entry requirementsBefore you apply, you should check you meet the entry requirements for your chosen course.3. Open Days and events

Meet staff and students, ask questions and explore life at York at an Open Day. Due to the ongoing coronavirus situation, the date and format of future Open Days are still to be confirmed while we continue to monitor the situation.

4. Apply via UCASAll applications must be made through UCAS (the Universities and Colleges Admissions Service). We'll explain how the application process works.5. After you applyWe'll guide you through what happens next, including how to track your application and how and when to apply for accommodation.6. Offer holders

Find out everything you need to know as an offer holder at York, and what your next steps are to prepare for joining us.