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Find out more about studying social and policy sciences at Bath

Ask us your questions about studying an undergraduate social and policy sciences course at Bath during our Virtual Open Day.

Book your place at our Virtual Open Day

Join our Virtual Open Day

Our next Virtual Open Day is on Thursday 31 October 2024.

A Virtual Open Day allows you to experience the University of Bath, no matter where you are in the world.

During the Virtual Open Day, you’ll:

  • join live Q&A sessions with staff and students at Bath
  • speak to current students about life at Bath and in the UK
  • find out about our accommodation
  • get information on applying to Bath and ask our expert staff your questions
  • learn about placements and other opportunities to improve your employability

Virtual Open Days are free to attend and take place online.

Study at a top 10 UK university

Bath is ranked in the top 10 in all of the UK's major league tables. We are known for excellence in teaching and research, and for providing outstanding career preparation.

2nd

2nd for Sociology in the Complete University Guide 2025
2nd

2nd for Criminology in The Times & The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Top 100

Top 100 in the world for Development Studies in the QS World University Rankings 2024
3rd

3rd for Social Policy in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
3rd

3rd for Graduate Prospects in Sociology in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024
Top 10

Top 10 for Career after 15 Months in Sociology and Social Policy in The Guardian University Guide 2025

A social and policy sciences degree to match your ambitions

Our social and policy sciences degrees all aim to prepare you for a range of careers, as well as postgraduate study that could lead to academic research or teaching.

You can choose from:

  • BSc (Hons) Criminology
  • BSc (Hons) International Development with Economics
  • BSc (Hons) Social Policy
  • BSc (Hons) Social Sciences
  • BSc (Hons) Sociology and Social Policy
  • BSc (Hons) Sociology

Boost your experience with a professional placement

All of our social and policy sciences courses are available as a four-year degree with a professional placement.

This opportunity is designed to help you enhance your CV with real-world work experience and gain practical skills that will prepare you for life beyond university.

Find the right social and policy sciences course for you
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Study in a safe, student-friendly city

Bath is the 2nd safest university town or city in England and Wales (The Complete University Guide (2023)) and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, thanks to its Roman heritage and Georgian architecture.

But there’s much more to Bath than its iconic buildings and history. A vibrant range of shops, bars and restaurants, music venues, museums, and festivals makes it a great place to live as a student.

A well-connected campus

Our campus is on the edge of the city. You can travel between the city and the campus easily by foot, bike, car, or bus. Local transport links mean you’ll be:

  • 80 minutes from London and its international airports
  • 15 minutes from Bristol
  • 2 hours from Birmingham
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Join our Virtual Open Day

Book your place Our Virtual Open Day will take place online on 31 October 2024