Introduction to Social Sciences (Certificate of Higher Education): 1-year, full-time

Birkbeck, University of London

Bachelor's degree

In London

£ 6,000 + VAT

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Description

  • Type

    Bachelor's degree

  • Location

    London

Programme overview This flexible, 1-year course has been specifically designed for people who want to study social sciences at university level, but who don't have any qualifications or are returning to study after a break from formal education. The programme provides an introduction to studying social sciences at university and will help you develop the learning approaches and study skills you need to progress to an undergraduate degree in social sciences, including Birkbeck's BSc Social Sciences. All of the teaching is in the evenings, meaning you can study, work, volunteer or do your own thing during the day. You can return to study in a mature, supportive environment, develop the skills and confidence you need to succeed, and graduate with a renowned University of London qualification.

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London
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Malet Street, WC1E 7HX

Start date

OctoberEnrolment now closed

About this course

Entry requirements We welcome applications from applicants without traditional entry qualifications. We assess by interview and application your suitability for degree level study, taking into account the knowledge and skills that you have gained since leaving formal education. This programme has no specific formal entry requirements. It is not suitable if you already have an undergraduate degree. International entry requirements If English is not your first language...

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Subjects

  • Statistics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • English Language
  • Politics
  • Writing Skills
  • English
  • University
  • Writing
  • Full Time

Course programme

Course structure

In the autumn term (term 1), you begin with the Approaches to Study module, or, if English isn't your first language, Approaches to Study with English Language Support.

In the spring term (term 2), you progress to the compulsory Writing and Language module, which focuses on the development of writing skills.

In the summer term (term 3), you choose 2 option modules from Geography, History, Maths and Statistics, Psychology or Sociology. An option module in Politics is also available, which runs in the spring term (term 2).

Core modules
  • Approaches to Study
  • Approaches to Study with English Language Support (Intensive)
Compulsory modules
  • Writing and Language
Option modules
  • Geography
  • History
  • Maths and Statistics
  • Politics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology

Additional information

Teaching and assessment Teaching On this course you will experience a wide range of teaching styles, as preparation for further study. These include lecturer-led discussions, collaborative work, small group tasks, gathering and interpreting data, seminars, chaired debates, structured home study, a virtual learning environment, problem-solving exercises, individual presentations, constructive review of peers' work, and one-to-one tutorials....

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Introduction to Social Sciences (Certificate of Higher Education): 1-year, full-time

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