Politics and Sociology BA (Hons)
University of PortsmouthPortsmouth, United Kingdom
Course overview
On this Politics and Sociology degree, you’ll examine the major social and political issues shaping our world today—from inequality and global security to human rights and climate change—while gaining the skills to influence meaningful progress. Foundation year option available
Key highlights
- Examines inequality, global security, human rights and climate change
- Combines political and sociological study of major contemporary social issues
- Optional sandwich year with a work placement
Entry requirements
- A-level: BBC-CCC — Typical offers A levels - BBC-CCC UCAS points - 96-112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent.
- UCAS tariff points: 96-112 — Typical offers A levels - BBC-CCC UCAS points - 96-112 points to include a minimum of 2 A levels, or equivalent.
- BTEC: DMM-MMM — BTECs (Extended Diplomas
- International Baccalaureate: 24 — ( calculate your UCAS points ) BTECs (Extended Diplomas) - DMM-MMM International Baccalaureate - 24 You may need to have studied specific subjects or GCSEs - see full entry requirements and other qualifications we accept…
Scholarships
Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £5,000Sanctuary Scholarship
Sport Scholarships
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Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship
This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Policy officer
- Social researcher
- Civil service administrator
- Local government officer
- Charity officer
- Parliamentary researcher
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Portsmouth, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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