How long is the Social Sciences Foundation Year BSc (Hons) at Northumbria University, Newcastle?

The BSc (Hons) in Social Sciences Foundation Year at Northumbria University, Newcastle has a duration of 4 Years.

Is Social Sciences Foundation Year at Northumbria University, Newcastle full-time or part-time?

This BSc (Hons) is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Social Sciences Foundation Year course taught?

The course is taught at Newcastle upon Tyne.

Social Sciences Foundation Year

Name: Social Sciences Foundation Year
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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Last updated 24 March 2026

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years PolicingSociologyCriminology

Social Sciences Foundation Year BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Northumbria University, Newcastle, based in Newcastle upon Tyne, taught full-time over 4 years. Entry requires around 80 UCAS points.

UCAS Points

80 points

Typical offer · UCAS

About this course

Are you keen to develop an understanding of society, social dynamics and modern life? Do you want to enhance your skills in research and analysis, and decision-making?
Social sciences help us to identify trends, explore relationships, challenge prejudices and gain a deeper understanding of the societies in which we live and work. This understanding equips us with the tools to question current thinking and inform future social policy.

This foundation year, which covers the areas of sociology, politics, and criminology, prepares you for degree level study in a range of social science subjects. Through engaging with real world issues, you’ll begin to develop the critical thinking, communication and problem solving skills that are essential for both further study and employment.

Following successful completion of the foundation year you will qualify to join any of the following degrees:

BSc (Hons) Criminology
BSc (Hons) Sociology
BSc (Hons) Criminology and Sociology
BSc (Hons) Professional Policing
BA (Hons) International Relations and Politics
BA (Hons) History and Politics

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 80 points

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Sandwich

Duration: 5 Years

Qualification: BSc (Hons)

Location: Newcastle upon Tyne

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

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

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Course Details

Qualification: Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 4 Years
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
Scheme: Undergraduate
Subjects: Policing, Sociology, Criminology

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Northumbria University, Newcastle

Newcastle upon Tyne

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