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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Social Science
Royal Holloway, University of London
Entry requirements
Here's what you will need to get a place on the Social Science course at Royal Holloway, University of London.
Select a qualification to see required grades
A level
B,B,B
Where an applicant is taking the EPQ alongside A-levels, the EPQ will be taken into consideration and result in lower A-level grades being required. Socio-economic factors which may have impacted an applicant's education will be taken into consideration and alternative offers may be made to these applicants. General Studies and Critical Thinking A-levels are not accepted. At least five GCSEs at grade A*-C or 9-4 including English and Mathematics are also required.
Most popular A-levels studied
See who's studying at Royal Holloway, University of London. These students are taking Social Science or another course from the same subject area.
| Subject | Grade |
|---|---|
| Psychology | C |
| Sociology | B |
| English Literature | B |
| Business Studies | B |
| Biology | D |
Course summary
What this course is about
UCAS code: L301
Here's what Royal Holloway, University of London says about its Social Science course.
Our School has an intellectually challenging approach to research and education. Studying Social Science at Royal Holloway means that you will learn from internationally renowned experts from within sociology, criminology, law, social policy and social work who will share their research and experience so that you gain invaluable skills, such as research and data analysis, which are highly sought after by employers.
The BSc Social Science will help you to take a broad view of current social issues, and explore them from a range of different perspectives. It will introduce you to understanding society and people in society, not only from sociological and social policy perspectives, but also from socio-legal and applied ethical viewpoints.
Our approach to social issues involves a practical approach to research which includes evaluating policy and service provision and undertaking practical research projects.
This degree course will also provide you with practical experience of working with individuals and groups in society through a credited volunteer module, and there is also an optional year in industry module.
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A rigorous and critical approach to understanding people in society
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Practical experience of working with individuals and groups in communities
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Broad academic training including social legal perspectives and applied ethics
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Practical skills in evaluation and research
Source: Royal Holloway, University of London
Course details
Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Department
Social Work
Location
Main Site | Egham
Duration
3 Years
Study mode
Full-time
Subjects
• Social sciences
Start date
21 September 2026
Application deadline
14 January 2026
Tuition fees
| Location | Fees |
|---|---|
| England | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Scotland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Wales | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Northern Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Channel Islands | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| Republic of Ireland | £9,535 per year (provisional) |
| EU | £23,700 per year |
| International | £23,700 per year |
The modules you will study
Please find a list of modules on our website.
How you will be assessed
You will complete 120 credits each year mainly made up either 15 or 30 credit units.’In the first year all units are compulsory in the second and third year there will some choice of optional units, including a 30 credit ‘Year in Industry’ unit.
Teaching will involve a range of methods including, lectures, seminars, individual tutorials, peer group work and practical activities (such as court visits and engagement with community groups)
Assessment will involve a range of methods including, essays, examinations and tests and practical projects.
Throughout the course a tutor will be available to you to provide advice on the choice of courses and to offer pastoral support.
In the final year of the programme you will undertake a research project and you will be allocated a specialist dissertation supervisor to support you with this.
Royal Holloway, University of London student reviews
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2nd year student
1 year ago
Things a little expensive but there's always something on. Summer Ball ticketing is a bit of a joke. They offer a certain number of cheaper tickets early but you have to be lightning fast to secure the.ticket at th e cheaper price. Plenty of variety and bars eating and shops
2nd year student
1 year ago
There's always something on , Egham a bit run down but campus socialising is great. There's everything you need on campus ,although exploring further afield like Windsor and London is reasonable on the train.
2nd year student
1 year ago
This is my main negative with this university. I was in really nice halls Kingswood 1st year. Affordable nice location. 2nd year halls were not an option so had to find private. Expensive. The student finance maintenance loan.does not cover then full cost. Work opportunities are few at the univers...
2nd year student
1 year ago
Support has been OK.
2nd year student
1 year ago
Lack of affordable accommodation for continuing students. Student union on campus great safe little expensive.Other facilities library etc good.
2nd year student
1 year ago
As stated course content challenging and found that workload high but was able.to keep on top of assignments. Tutors helpful and approachable.
National Student Survey (NSS) scores at Royal Holloway, University of London
The NSS is an annual survey where final-year students are asked to rate different aspects of their course and university experience.
Here you can see ratings from Royal Holloway, University of London students who took the Social Science course - or another course in the same subject area.
Select an option to see a detailed breakdown
Teaching on my course
82%
low
Teaching on my course
82%
low
How often does your course challenge you to achieve your best work?
84%
med
How good are teaching staff at explaining things?
97%
med
How often do teaching staff make the subject engaging?
74%
low
How often is the course intellectually stimulating?
74%
low
Learning opportunities
86%
med
Learning opportunities
86%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to bring together information and ideas from different topics?
90%
med
How well does your course introduce subjects and skills in a way that builds on what you have already learned?
90%
med
How well has your course developed your knowledge and skills that you think you will need for your future?
81%
med
To what extent have you had the chance to explore ideas and concepts in depth?
84%
med
To what extent does your course have the right balance of directed and independent study?
84%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
Assessment and feedback
86%
med
How well have assessments allowed you to demonstrate what you have learned?
87%
med
How fair has the marking and assessment been on your course?
94%
high
How often does feedback help you to improve your work?
65%
low
How often have you received assessment feedback on time?
100%
high
How clear were the marking criteria used to assess your work?
84%
med
Academic support
92%
high
Academic support
92%
high
How easy was it to contact teaching staff when you needed to?
94%
high
How well have teaching staff supported your learning?
90%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
Organisation and management
81%
med
How well were any changes to teaching on your course communicated?
80%
med
How well organised is your course?
81%
med
Learning resources
92%
high
Learning resources
92%
high
How well have the IT resources and facilities supported your learning?
90%
high
How well have the library resources (e.g., books, online services and learning spaces) supported your learning?
97%
high
How easy is it to access subject specific resources (e.g., equipment, facilities, software) when you need them?
90%
med
Student voice
86%
high
Student voice
86%
high
How clear is it that students' feedback on the course is acted on?
71%
med
To what extent do you get the right opportunities to give feedback on your course?
97%
high
To what extent are students' opinions about the course valued by staff?
90%
high
How well does the students' union (association or guild) represent students' academic interests?
76%
med
Other NSS questions
Other NSS questions
During your studies, how free did you feel to express your ideas, opinions, and beliefs?
94%
high
How well communicated was information about your university/college's mental wellbeing support services?
84%
med
Student information
See who's studying at Royal Holloway, University of London. These students are taking Social Science or another course from the same subject area.
Graduate prospects
What graduates do next
Facts and figures about Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Social Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Graduate statistics
50%
In a job where degree was essential or beneficial
85%
In work, study or other activity
50%
Say it fits with future plans
35%
Are utilising studies
Top job areas
15%
Business and public service associate professionals
10%
Administrative occupations
10%
Protective service occupations
10%
Sales occupations
Graduate statistics percentages are determined 15 months after a student graduates
Earnings after graduation
Earnings from Royal Holloway, University of London graduates who took Social Science - or another course in the same subject area.
Earnings
£21.2k
First year after graduation
£26.3k
Third year after graduation
£28.1k
Fifth year after graduation
Shown here are the median earnings of graduates at one, three and five years after they completed a course related to Social Science.
Note: this data only looks at employees (and not those who are self-employed or also studying) and covers a broad sample of graduates and the various paths they've taken, which might not always be a direct result of their degree
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