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Criminology and Psychology with Social Sciences Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
Course options
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Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
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Location
Main Site
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Study mode
Full time
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Start date
19-SEP-22
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Duration
4 Years
Course summary
Want to explore sociology, psychology, social work or adult nursing practice but not quite ready to study at degree level?Students will study a range of topics that are central or highly relevant to the study of the social sciences. You’ll explore areas such as mental health and wellbeing, contemporary issues in social sciences, and professional practice to help prepare for undergraduate study. The course has an applied focus – students are encouraged and enabled to apply their theoretical knowledge to real world problems, such as mental health, psychological wellbeing and everyday problem-solving. On successful completion of the foundation year, students will be eligible to progress onto our sociology programme or one of our psychology undergraduate degrees, which are accredited by the British Psychology Society. Students interested in social work or adult nursing practice can apply and be interviewed for either of these degrees.During this foundation year, you’ll begin to develop the academic writing and independent learning skills necessary to study a scientific discipline. You’ll also begin to learn the basics of thinking and writing in social sciences. You’ll be taught by an experienced team who are accessible and approachable, and ultimately dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment. The course offers an introduction to a range of topics within psychology and sociology and other social science disciplines**What does this course lead to?**Studying this foundation degree can help you on to the path of studying a full psychology, sociology, social work or adult nursing practice undergraduate degree. If you meet all the requirements at the end of the course you could go on to study the BSc (Hons) Criminal Investigation with Forensic Psychology course.
Application deadline
26 January
Tuition fees
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£ 12,000per year
Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.
Entry requirements
University information
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University League Table
120th
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Campus address
Southampton Solent University, East Park Terrace, Southampton, Southampton, SO14 0YN, England
Subject rankings
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Subject ranking
115th out of 118 4
90th out of 105
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Entry standards
/ Max 216109 53%84th
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Graduate prospects
/ Max 10034.0 34%111th
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.21 84%12th
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Entry standards
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Student satisfaction
/ Max 54.13 83%18th