Study Social Sciences - BA (Hons) at University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI) in the UK, Humanities, Education and Gaelic
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Social Sciences - BA (Hons)

UK

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What will I learn?

How curious have you become about how society works and the ways people interact with one another in the way they do? Have you thought about applying this curiosity at degree level with a BA (Hons) Social Sciences?You will study society, its people and institutions, giving you an insight into the everyday life of our communities and workplaces. You will be able to study and debate with fellow learners and subject specialists, on many of the significant issues that affect our lives.You will focus on sociology, politics and psychology and develop transferable skills in problem solving, group working and communication, all of which are highly valued by employers. There is strong emphasis on research methods that will give you the skills necessary to carry out independent research for your future career, including your dissertation in the fourth year.There are also other options available to you including criminology, history, literature, philosophy and theology.Please see our FAQ sheet on our website for further information on this course.**Please note this course is delivered entirely online and available to study from anywhere in the world. Applicants outwith Scotland including International, should apply to the UHI Perth study location.**

Which department am I in?

Humanities, Education and Gaelic

Study options

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£16,820.00 (US$ 21,722) per year
This is a fixed fee
Start date

January 2027

Venue

Shetland

UHI Shetland,

Gremista,

Lerwick,

Shetland,

ZE1 0PX, Scotland, United Kingdom

Full Time (4 Years)

Tuition fees
£16,820.00 (US$ 21,722) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved
Start date

September 2027

Venue

Inverness

UHI Inverness,

1 Inverness Campus,

Inverness,

Highland,

IV2 5NA, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

This course is not currently available for Student Route visa sponsorship. International students (including EU/EEA and Swiss nationals without settled status in the UK) can study the course from their home country. For students living in the UK and assessed as international for fee status, please refer to our website fees page for further information.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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