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BSc (Hons) Politics and Sociology with placement

University of Surrey

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Surrey, Guildford

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    22-SEP-25

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

At a time of growing inequality, polarisation, and social and political unrest, how can political institutions address deeply rooted problems in society Our BSc Politics and Sociology course will let you discover and understand the interactions between social and political trends. Our course will introduce you to the most important social policy questions in the UK, around Europe, and the world, and explore how those who make decisions impact on others. Along the way you’ll be able to address the social and political issues behind the biggest debates in contemporary society. Our award-winning Professional Training placements prepare students for roles in industry.Our BSc Politics and Sociology course will provide you with extensive knowledge of the interactions between ideology, policy-making, power and social structures. Looking at social policy from the perspective of political institutions, as well as the sociology of political structures, you’ll engage in a range of debates about the nature and impact of social problems. Moreover, the study of policy-making in practice will provide you with an overview of opportunities and constraints affecting the way that policy is formed and implemented. You’ll split your time equally between politics and sociology, developing a sound understanding of both disciplinary traditions and cultures.

Tuition fees

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£ 22,000per year

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QUALIFICATION TYPE

A level

A level : BBB - ABB

Overall:ABB-BBBApplicants taking an A level science subject with the Science Practical Endorsement are required to pass the practical element. We do not include General Studies or Critical Thinking.

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University of Surrey

University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey, Guildford, 30 Priestley Rd, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom

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Surrey hosts around 140 nationalities. Its renowned international student support team advises on everything, including visas and choosing the right course.
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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    24th out of 79 3

    17th out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 215
    120 56%

    43rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    10th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.35 84%

    3rd

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    132 64%

    31st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    69.0 69%

    17th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.30 83%

    5th

    2

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