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Social Policy BSc (Hons)

Swansea University

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Swansea University

Course options

  • Qualification

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

  • Location

    Singleton Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-22

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

COURSE OVERVIEW

What human beings need and how societies meet those needs is at the heart of social policy. Our outstanding, nationally recognised degree in Social Policy will introduce you to the key theories and debates underpinning this intriguing and continually-evolving area.

You will explore how society promotes the well-being of its members, examining themes and values such as social justice, equality, fairness, and citizenship, alongside specific policy focal points such as health, education, housing, disability, crime, poverty, and the family.

You will develop excellent research and analytical skills and learn to communicate your ideas effectively in a range of formats.

SOCIAL POLICY CAREERS

A Social Policy degree opens up a wide range of career and further study opportunities. Our graduates have gone on to:

  • Postgraduate study in Education, Social Research and Ageing Studies
  • Research posts in universities and private social research companies
  • Third Sector policy-based roles
  • Work in housing policy for local government and housing associations
  • Posts in the Health and Social Care sector

Our career support services include:

  • Employability workshops, employers’ talks, bespoke events and careers fairs
  • Individual advice and guidance from professionally qualified Careers Advisers
  • Help with finding jobs, internships, work placements and volunteering opportunities
  • Access to information resources on a wide range of career management topics
  • Advice and guidance on postgraduate study and funding
  • Funding to support student internship opportunities and Student Society/Club events.

Application deadline

15 January

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University information

Swansea University

Swansea University

  • University League Table

    29th

  • Campus address

    Swansea University, Singleton Park, Swansea, Swansea, SA2 8PP, Wales

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Swansea University, established in 1920 is renowned for its research reputation, teaching excellence and its unique seafront location.
Swansea is an international university with students from over 130 countries and a strong international academic community.
The university has a friendly campus community, offering specialist support for international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Social Policy

    15th out of 45 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 191
    137 71%

    12th

    6

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    60.0 60%

    14th

    7

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    4.37 87%

    3rd

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