Coleraine,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
BSc (Hons) Sociology with Politics and International Studies in Belfast United Kingdom | Ulster University
Ulster University
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Belfast United Kingdom
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Qualification
Bachelor Degree with Honours
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
15,840
(c. USD21,213.09)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
Ulster's Sociology program excels in teaching quality, consistently earning perfect satisfaction scores in the National Student Survey. This field focuses on creating theoretical frameworks to understand modern society, supported by methodically gathered evidence. The program equips students with analytical tools applicable to broader societal contexts and future workplaces. Within our curriculum, students examine pressing social issues in Ireland and globally, studying topics like industrial societies, digital culture, global development, education, employment, conflict, and diversity. Our courses reflect faculty research expertise, offering students exposure to pioneering sociological theories and practical case studies. The program emphasizes rigorous research training, providing graduates with top-tier analytical skills for diverse career paths. The Politics and International Studies minor delivers comprehensive knowledge of modern political analysis, training in social research methodologies, and the capacity to apply theoretical concepts to real-world challenges. Graduates gain versatile skills for careers across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. We develop students' capabilities in independent research, critical evaluation of competing theories, teamwork, and nuanced policy discussions - all highly valued by employers.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.0
Qualification Requirements
A level
The A Level requirement for this course is BCC
Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
Applied General Qualifications
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma with profile DMM.
You may also meet the course entry requirements with combinations of different qualifications to the same standard. Examples of combinations include:
A levels with BTEC RQF National Extended Certificate
A level with BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.
Note BTEC Level 3 RQF Foundation Diploma, Diploma and Extended Diplomas in Children's Play, Learning and Development are not accepted.
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development is accepted.
International Baccalaureate
Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Pass Access Diploma NI (120 credits) with 60%.
Pass Access to HE Diploma (GB) with 12 Distinctions, 30 Merits and 3 Passes.
GCSE
GCSE Profile to include English Language grade C/4. The Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences will accept Essential Skills Level 2 Communication as satisfying the GCSE Engligh Language requirement.
IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5., TOEFL iBT - 80 with a minimum L - 17 R - 18 S - 20 W - 17, PTE Academic - 55 (with min. of 51 in each part)
The A Level requirement for this course is BCC
Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University.
Applied General Qualifications
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Diploma with profile DMM.
You may also meet the course entry requirements with combinations of different qualifications to the same standard. Examples of combinations include:
A levels with BTEC RQF National Extended Certificate
A level with BTEC Level 3 RQF National Diploma.
Note BTEC Level 3 RQF Foundation Diploma, Diploma and Extended Diplomas in Children's Play, Learning and Development are not accepted.
BTEC Level 3 RQF National Extended Certificate in Children's Play, Learning and Development is accepted.
International Baccalaureate
Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required.
Access to Higher Education (HE)
Pass Access Diploma NI (120 credits) with 60%.
Pass Access to HE Diploma (GB) with 12 Distinctions, 30 Merits and 3 Passes.
GCSE
GCSE Profile to include English Language grade C/4. The Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences will accept Essential Skills Level 2 Communication as satisfying the GCSE Engligh Language requirement.
IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5., TOEFL iBT - 80 with a minimum L - 17 R - 18 S - 20 W - 17, PTE Academic - 55 (with min. of 51 in each part)
Tuition
GBP
15,840