Course summary
Want to explore sociology, psychology, social work or adult nursing practice but not quite ready to study at degree level? Students will study a range of topics that are central or highly relevant to the study of the social sciences. You’ll explore areas such as mental health and wellbeing, contemporary issues in social sciences, and professional practice to help prepare for undergraduate study. The course has an applied focus – students are encouraged and enabled to apply their theoretical knowledge to real world problems, such as mental health, psychological wellbeing and everyday problem-solving. On successful completion of the foundation year, students will be eligible to progress onto our sociology programme or one of our psychology undergraduate degrees, which are accredited by the British Psychology Society. Students interested in social work or adult nursing practice can apply and be interviewed for either of these degrees. During this foundation year, you’ll begin to develop the academic writing and independent learning skills necessary to study a scientific discipline. You’ll also begin to learn the basics of thinking and writing in social sciences. You’ll be taught by an experienced team who are accessible and approachable, and ultimately dedicated to providing an inclusive learning environment. The course offers an introduction to a range of topics within psychology and sociology and other social science disciplines. What does this course lead to? Studying this foundation degree can help you on to the path of studying a full psychology, sociology, social work or adult nursing practice undergraduate degree. If you meet all the requirements at the end of the course you will progress onto the BA (Hons) Criminology course. Who is this course for? The course is specifically designed for those wanting to study social sciences but who do not meet the entry requirements. It is also suitable for those who wish to refresh their academic skills and subject specific knowledge before starting an undergraduate degree.
Modules
FOUNDATION MODULES Professional Practice Contemporary Issues in Social Sciences Crime and Risk in Society Media Project in Social Sciences Investigating in the Social Sciences Psychological Approaches to Mental Health If you successfully complete your foundation year, you will progress onto the BA (Hons) Criminology course and will study the following modules: YEAR 1 - CORE MODULES Introduction to Criminology Big Questions in Social Sciences Criminal Justice Process Victimology Explaining Criminal Behaviour Researching Criminal Worlds YEAR 2 - CORE MODULES Cybercrime and AI Methods and Analysis in Criminology Police and Society Global Crime Youth Justice Crimes of the Powerful YEAR 3 - CORE MODULES Dangerous Offenders Crime, Media, Culture Dissertation YEAR 3 - OPTIONS (please note that not all options are guaranteed to run each year) Migration, Refugees and Global Crisis Terrorism and Political Violence Police, Law and Community Gangs, Drugs and Alcohol Crime, Gender and Sexuality
Assessment method
Students are assessed by a combination of presentations (individual and group), essays, practical reports, portfolios (ie. non-essay written assignments consisting of a variety of written pieces based on independent learning), and in-class electronic tests.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- CRI3
- Institution code:
- S30
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Foundation
International applicants
For information about applying to Solent as an International applicant, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/how-to-apply/entry-requirements/help-for-international-students
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - M: 45 credits P: 15 credits
AS
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MM
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Certificate (first teaching from September 2016) - D
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Certificate (first teaching from September 2016)
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF) - PPP
Pearson BTEC Diploma (QCF) - MP
Pearson BTEC 90-Credit Diploma (QCF) - MM
Pearson BTEC Subsidiary Diploma (QCF) - D
Pearson BTEC Certificate (QCF)
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024) - A
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma - PPP
OCR Cambridge Technical Diploma - MP
OCR Cambridge Technical Subsidiary Diploma - MM
OCR Cambridge Technical Foundation Diploma - MM
OCR Cambridge Technical Introductory Diploma - D
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Certificate - D
OCR Cambridge Technical Certificate
T Level - P
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
---|---|---|
IELTS (Academic) | 6 | with a minimum of 5.5 in each of the four components |
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £9250 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
EU | £14000 | Year 1 |
International | £14000 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
Solent University offers a number of bursaries, grants and scholarships. For more information, please visit https://www.solent.ac.uk/finance/grants-bursaries-scholarships/bursaries
Provider information
Southampton, Solent University
East Park Terrace
Southampton
SO14 0YN