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UndergraduateBachelor of Arts (with Honours)UCAS: L310
Applied Social Sciences
Robert Gordon UniversityAberdeen, Scotland
4 yearsDuration
£16,980Per Year (Intl)
£37,000Avg. Graduate Salary
88%Satisfaction
Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the BA (Hons) Applied Social Sciences at Robert Gordon University. Based in Aberdeen, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time structure. Applied Social Science is the study of the society we live in and the relationships people have within that society. This course is built around the core disciplines of psychology and sociology, providing the best possible launching pad for a career in these fascinating areas. Innovative elective modules in the final years allow you to tailor your degree around your own areas of interest. International tuition fees are £16,980 per year, home/UK fees are £1,820 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years, a 84% continuation rate, and 70% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Introductory Psychology and Sociology
Social Research Methods
Individual Differences and Personality
Sociological Perspectives on Society
Developmental Psychology Across the Lifespan
Social Inequalities and Stratification
Applied Psychology in Practice
Contemporary Social Issues
UCAS Code:L310
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| A-Level | BCC To include a written subject requiring the use of English. |
| International Baccalaureate | 27 points To include a Higher Level written subject requiring the use of English. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 | 5.5 |
| PTE Academic | 61 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£16,980
per year
Total Course Cost (4 years)£67,920
Home Student Fee
£1,820
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA
Graduate Outcomes
Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data
💰 Graduate Salaries — Robert Gordon University
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £29,000 | £37,000 | £41,000 |
| 3 years | £19,000 | £26,500 | £33,500 |
| 5 years | £23,000 | £30,000 | £37,500 |
UK subject average: £26,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities
Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average
This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▲ Close to UK average salary
This course
£26,500
UK average
£26,000
Salary 5 years after graduation▲ 15% above UK average salary
This course
£30,000
UK average
£26,000
Salary trend: ↑ up £3,500 from year 3 to year 5
Official Data
Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
💼 Employment Breakdown
55%Working
15%Studying
15%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
45%Professional Jobs
Official Data
Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.
Student Satisfaction
Course-level dataNational Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only
86%
Overall
Teaching on my course
88%Learning opportunities
92%Assessment and feedback
82%Academic support
87%Organisation and management
80%Learning resources
91%Student voice
81%Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
84%National Student Survey via Discover Uni.
Official Data
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About Robert Gordon University
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