School of Sociology and Social Policy

Our standard entry requirements are three A levels, or two A levels and two AS levels. Our typical A level offer is AAB. As a rule, we also require GCSE Maths at Grade C, or evidence of its equivalent.

In general, prospective applicants for our degree courses will be in the process of studying Social Science, Arts and Humanities subjects for A level. We do not require A level Sociology for any of our degrees, and we design our first year modules for students both with and without previous knowledge of Sociology or Social Policy.

Please note that we accept General Studies as an A level, and we welcome applications that include vocational A level subjects: for example, AVCE (single or double awards). Any combination of A levels or AVCE is acceptable.

The School of Sociology and Social Policy has a long record of admitting mature applicants, who form an essential part of the School's life. We normally interview all mature candidates. However, given the large number of applications we receive each year, it is not our normal practice to interview all prospective students.

Everyone who is offered a place is invited to attend an open afternoon to learn more about the university and to meet informally with staff and students from the school. Open afternoons are usually held in February and March.