BA (Hons) Social Sciences at Glasgow Caledonian University

A broad social sciences degree exploring human society and social relationships and challenges such as crime, justice, democracy, globalisation, migration, gender and human rights. Years 1 and 2 build a foundation in criminology, economics, history, politics and sociology; in Years 3 and 4 students tailor their degree, with an optional work placement module across sectors including cold case investigation, policing, social research, heritage and policy work.

Duration: 4 years full time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year 1 core modules are Criminology 1: Introduction to Criminology and Criminal Justice, International Economic Issues and Challenges, History 1: The Rise of Modern Societies 1757-1914, Politics 1: Structures and Institutions, Sociology 1: Understanding Contemporary Societies and Social Science: An Interdisciplinary Introduction.

Career pathways

Graduates work in the civil service, criminal justice, social work, political and social research, media, counselling, marketing, HR, charities, and heritage and tourism, in roles such as Senior MP Caseworker, Higher Executive Officer, Fundraiser, News Producer, Widening Participation Officer and Housing Officer, for organisations including BBC Scotland, the House of Commons, Shelter Scotland, Turning Point Scotland and Edinburgh Napier University.

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