BSc Sociology with a Foundation Year
Course overview
This is a four-year degree programme with a Foundation Year. The Foundation Year is for students who do not meet the entry requirements for the main BSc Sociology degree. The Foundation Year introduces students to the concepts and academic knowledge needed for successful undergraduate study.
After the foundation year, students who pass successfully will move on to the three years of the core BSc Sociology degree, which the School of Social Sciences teaches. This course will teach students critical research, communication, and analytical skills to understand complex social, cultural, political, and economic issues.
Entry requirements
Candidates are required to submit a personal statement and provide relevant information about their studies, an academic and/or employer reference, and a CV to show their work experience.
Grade Requirements
- Candidates need 96 UCAS Tariff points, including a CCC at A-level, BTEC, IB or equivalent.
- Other International qualifications equivalent to an A-level are also accepted.
English Proficiency
- Candidates need to score at least 6.0 overall, including writing in the IELTS test, with no other component below 5.5.
- Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT tests, are accepted, amongst others.
Scholarships
International Excellence Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded as a discount on tuition fees worth up to £5,000 in the first year of study, with a further £2,000 awarded in Year 2 (for £5,000 awardees only, subject to achieving a 70% average).
Swansea University Sport Scholarship
Financial support (of up to £2000).
Thrive Bursary
The Thrive bursary is a £4,000 reduction in tuition fees for the first year of study, with a progression bursary of £2,000 in subsequent years (applied as a discount off tuition fees).
Up to £4,000
Career opportunities
Graduates of the BSc Sociology with a Foundation Year programme from Swansea University can pursue careers in these fields:
- Youth work
- Education
- Research
- Journalism
- Policy development
Cost of study
The international students’ tuition fee for the BSc Sociology with a Foundation Year programme at Swansea University is £20,050.
Admission
Admission to the BSc Sociology with a Foundation Year programme is made through UCAS. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.
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