Social Sciences

NC Higher Social Sciences Level 6

  • Campuses

    • Clydebank
    • Paisley
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Level

    SCQF NCs:

  • Campuses

    • Clydebank
    • Paisley
  • Course type

    Full time

  • Level

    SCQF NCs:

  • Start date

    Clydebank
    26 Aug 24

    Paisley
    26 Aug 24

Overview

What will I learn?

You'll learn about:

  • Politics
  • Psychology
  • Sociology
  • History
  • English
  • Criminology
  • Mental Health

     

What qualifications do I need?

You'll need four passes at National 5, preferably in English and social subjects. At least 2 passes should be at A or B level or NC Social Science level 5.

For a place on the course you'll need to attend an interview, bringing proof of your qualifications with you.

What can I do after?

After successfully completing this course you can develop your skills by studying another course, such as:

  • HNC Social Sciences
  • A first year degree course at University

Studying Social Sciences also has the advantage of keeping your career options open with successful students moving into careers such as: social research, media research, human resources, public relations, teaching, policing, social work, charity, and community-based work.

SCQF 6

Programme Information

Start: August

End: June

Duration: 1 year

NCs:

Study options

Campus Mode Start date Level
Clydebank Full time Aug 24 SCQF NCs:
Paisley Full time Aug 24 SCQF NCs:

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