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Social Sciences - BASc (Hons)

University of Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

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  • Qualification

    Bachelor of Arts and Sciences (with Honours) - BASc (Hon)

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Explore society’s biggest challenges through our flexible, interdisciplinary BASc Social Sciences programme, empowering you to connect ideas, question assumptions, and understand the world from multiple perspectives.Through our BASc Social Sciences degree, you'll have the opportunity to study a range of disciplines - including Sociology, Criminology, Social Policy, Politics, International Relations, International Development, Education, Business Management, and Economics - allowing you to shape a degree that reflects your interests and career aspirations.This course equips you with the skills to tackle society’s biggest challenges - from shaping policy to driving community change - with the flexibility to thrive across diverse sectors and create meaningful impact.


Why study this course?

Our BASc Social Sciences degree empowers you to explore society’s biggest challenges from a variety of perspectives, drawing on the key social science disciplines. By blending these fields, you’ll gain the critical tools needed to examine global and local issues, equipping you to make meaningful, informed contributions to change. - Think across disciplines: Combine insights from Sociology, Criminology, Politics, Economics, and more to develop a well-rounded, powerful approach to problem-solving.- Tailor your degree: Shape your educational journey by choosing from a wide range of modules, allowing you to focus on subjects you already enjoy, or explore new areas that spark your interest.- Gain real-world skills: Develop critical thinking, research, and problem-solving skills, preparing you for a diverse array of careers in today’s ever-evolving world.- Explore global challenges: Dive into the most urgent societal issues of our time, from climate change to inequality, and learn how to make a lasting impact.- Learn from leading experts: Be taught by our world-class academics who bring unique insights from across social science disciplines, enriching your academic and professional journey.- Broaden your experience: Study this programme as a four-year degree with either a Year Abroad or a Placement Year to gain global insights or hands-on professional experience.

Application deadline

14/01/2026

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University information

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

University of Birmingham

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

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

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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

    Sociology

    21st out of 103 6

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    130 65%

    23rd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    61.0 61%

    38th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.07 77%

    67th

    25

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