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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)

  • Location

    University of Birmingham

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

A Social Policy degree from the University of Birmingham equips you with the tools to analyze and tackle pressing societal issues like poverty, housing, and inequality. It blends rigorous academic study with practical opportunities, such as final-year work placements, ensuring you're prepared to make meaningful change locally and globally. Studying on Birmingham's vibrant campus sets the stage for shaping a better future. The BA Social Policy course at the University of Birmingham stands out for its blend of academic excellence and real-world impact. Rooted in one of the UK's leading research-intensive universities, it combines cutting-edge insights with practical applications, exploring how policies shape lives and address societal challenges. You will benefit from expert teaching, diverse placement opportunities, and a vibrant campus community. The program’s interdisciplinary approach fosters critical thinking, empowering graduates to tackle pressing global issues in areas such as health, education, and social justice. This unique mix of theory, practice, and innovation ensures a transformative learning experience. You will be assessed in a variety of ways across your degree. At the beginning of each module, you will be given information on how and when you will be assessed. Assessment methods will vary within each module and may include: written coursework, such as essays, formal exams and group work.

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£ 22,380per year

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    14th

  • Campus address

    University of Birmingham, Edgbaston Birmingham, Birmingham, United Kingdom, B15 2TT, United Kingdom

The University of Birmingham is a founding member of the elite Russell Group of UK universities and is known all around the world for its pioneering research.
Based in the second largest city in the UK, Birmingham offers an outstanding international student experience.
The university has a vibrant international student community and is home to over 10,000 international students from approximately 150 countries.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    2nd out of 35 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 201
    149 74%

    10th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    3rd

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.96 74%

    26th

    7

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