Social Sciences

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate BA (Hons) Full-time 4 Years PolicingSociologyCriminology

A-Level Entry

BC

About this course

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.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades BC
Scottish Higher BBC

Study Options

This course is available in 7 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Elgin

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Kirkwall

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Inverness

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Perth

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Oban

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Thurso

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BA (Hons)

Location: Lerwick

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
2461 Social workers
1172 Social services managers and directors
2462 Probation officers
3314 Prison service officers (below principal officer)
4112 Local government administrative occupations

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Arts (with Honours) - BA (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Elgin
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Policing, Sociology, Criminology