Applied Social Sciences

Congratulations on your offer to study Applied Social Sciences with the Sheffield Methods Institute!

Undergraduate

Applied Social Sciences BA

2024-25
/ September start
A Levels ABB
UCAS code L431
3 years
/ Full-time

Gain the skills, knowledge and confidence to tackle the big social science challenges facing society today including inequality, injustice and health. You'll learn how to undertake high-quality research, how to communicate results to different audiences and how it can be applied to make a difference to our lives.

  • Optional placement year
  • Study abroad
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I co-authored a research paper in my final year of university

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