Teaching and learning.
All teaching is in English. Lectures, seminars, workshops, tutorials and independent study support subject understanding. Practical and digital work is used where relevant.
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ACADEMIC PATHWAY
Social Sciences
Understand people, institutions and society through economic, political, psychological and sociological perspectives.
DurationOne academic year
Total programme120 UK credits
Subject study80 credits
Learning volume1,200 notional hours
CURRICULUM & MODULES
Your subject pathway.
| Module / code | UK credits | Notional hours |
|---|---|---|
| EconomicsSNG-IFP-ECN20 | 20 | 200 |
| Politics and International RelationsSNG-IFP-PIR10 | 10 | 100 |
| PsychologySNG-IFP-PSY10 | 10 | 100 |
| MathematicsSNG-IFP-MTH20 | 20 | 200 |
| SociologySNG-IFP-SOC20 | 20 | 200 |
Plus the shared core
| Module / code | UK credits | Notional hours |
|---|---|---|
| English Language and Study SkillsSNG-IFP-ELS10 | 10 | 100 |
| English for Academic PurposesSNG-IFP-EAP10 | 10 | 100 |
| Integrated Study SkillsSNG-IFP-ISS10 | 10 | 100 |
| Social and Cultural EnvironmentSNG-IFP-SCE10 | 10 | 100 |
Source: approved programme overview and brochure. One UK credit represents 10 notional learning hours.
Assessment.
Assessment is linked to learning outcomes and may include written work, controlled assessments, presentations, practical or data tasks, projects and reflective evidence. Request current module assessment regulations.
Duration and attendance.
One academic year, including 800 pathway and 400 shared-core notional hours. The programme brochure expects at least 80% attendance.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Academic and English preparation.
Normally a senior secondary qualification averaging 70% or above and English at B2 level or equivalent. Country-specific qualifications and evidence are reviewed individually.
Confirm pathway suitability, any elective, intake and study arrangements with admissions.
Check the full entry requirementsUNIVERSITY PROGRESSION
Typical degree directions.
Politics · International relations · Psychology · Sociology · Economics
These are illustrative directions. Course availability, required modules, grades and English conditions depend on the receiving university.
Check university profilesApplication information.
Complete the application form, prepare your supporting documents and email admissions. The team will review your qualifications and intended pathway.
View admissionsProgramme specifications
Read the approved overview and brochure. Request detailed module specifications from admissions.
View programme documents