Start with a strong foundation in public services and their societal impact. Build your skills through hands-on projects and placements, then delve into specialized research as you prepare for your future career.
Public Services - BA (Hons)
University Rank:#385
Duration3 year(s)
Tuition FeeGBP 23,131 / Year
Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026
Public Services - BA (Hons)
About
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Academic Qualifications
- Applicants who have completed a Diploma of Technician / Technical Diploma in a relevant subject can be considered for year 1 entry of an undergraduate degree
- Applicants who have followed the IB Diploma curriculum can be considered for undergraduate entry – the normal UCAS tariff will be applied
- Applicants who have followed the A-Level curriculum can be considered for undergraduate entry – the normal UCAS tariff will be applied
Undergraduate Advanced Entry
Students who have completed a 2 year Diploma or Associate Degree from a recognised institution can be considered for advanced entry onto the 2nd year of an undergraduate degree programme
If your qualification is not covered above or you do not meet the set criteria please contact us and we will see how we can assist you.
English Program Requirements
English language requirements
International applicants will need to have achieved an overall of IELTS 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component/TOEFL 72 overall and a minimum of 18 in reading, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking and 17 in writing or equivalent.
Equivalents can be located on our English Language pages.
If you have previously studied through the medium of English, IELTS might not be required, please visit our country specific page for further details. If your country is not featured, please contact us.
If you do not meet the English entry criteria, please visit our Pre-Sessional course pages.
Career
Career Paths
- Civil service and local government
- Uniformed public services: Policing, fire and rescue services, ambulance services, armed forces
- Policy development and design
- Charitable and voluntary organisations
- Social and academic research
Careers and Employability
Graduate Careers
This course sets you up for diverse careers across the public sector, a key area for graduate employment throughout the UK.
Recent graduates have landed roles as prison officers, trainee paramedics, firefighters, police officers, and call handlers, as well as positions in rescue services and the armed forces. You can also explore non-uniformed roles like civil service, local government, housing, youth work, policy development, social research, and charitable work.
With such a broad curriculum, you'll have countless career paths to choose from.
Careers Support
This course is designed to launch your career by shaping you into a leader and problem-solver that public organisations actively seek.
We stay in close touch with these organisations to understand exactly what they’re looking for. Our experienced staff and careers team are here to guide you in identifying and chasing your career goals.
You’ll also have opportunities to connect with employers through placements, visits, and our careers fair. Plus, our careers team will assist with CV writing, job searches, and interview preparation to ensure you're ready for success.
Industry partners
We team up with top organisations to make sure your course is always in tune with what employers need.
Each year, we work with big names like the National Crime Agency, the Office of the Future Generations Commissioner, and the Welsh Government to keep our curriculum cutting-edge.
You’ll also benefit from our connections with emergency services, local authorities, and charities, who offer placements, practical projects, and guest speakers. This means you'll get hands-on experience and insider knowledge that will set you apart in the job market.
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
23,131 / year
Public Services - BA (Hons)
University of South Wales
United Kingdom, Cardiff