Graduate Diploma in Social Sciences
Prepare for direct entry to a range of postgraduate degrees such as History, Law, Politics and Translation at Queen's University Belfast.
Course features
- Develop your knowledge and skills through active learning in your chosen subject area.
- Guaranteed university placement for all successful students.
- Adapt to studying in the UK with a strong focus on study and research skills.
- Improve your English level and develop the vocabulary for your chosen degree subject.
Your course options
View detailed course content by selecting one of the options below:
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 18 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised institution. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at Queen's you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth up to £2,500.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 17 September 2018 | 7 June 2019 | 3 Terms | £16,115 |
| 7 January 2019 | 23 August 2019 | 3 Terms | £16,115 |
| 23 September 2019 | 5 June 2020 | 3 Terms | - |
| 6 January 2020 | 21 August 2020 | 3 Terms | - |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 16 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Building on your skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation Studies.
You’ll learn how to develop skills which professional translator competence is based upon, as well as build advanced expertise in your principal non-native language.
There are also opportunities for further language training and professionally-based practice experiences to take advantage of, to really enhance your skills and knowledge before beginning your career.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be through examinations and coursework including: written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written and oral examinations
- essays
- portfolio work
- research assessment
Assessment of the research component will be based on the final written version of a research project.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 18 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised institution. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at Queen's you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth up to £2,500.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 17 September 2018 | 23 August 2019 | 4 Terms | £20,700 |
| 24 June 2019 | 5 June 2020 | 4 Terms | - |
| 23 September 2019 | 21 August 2020 | 4 Terms | - |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 16 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Building on your skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation Studies.
You’ll learn how to develop skills which professional translator competence is based upon, as well as build advanced expertise in your principal non-native language.
There are also opportunities for further language training and professionally-based practice experiences to take advantage of, to really enhance your skills and knowledge before beginning your career.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be through examinations and coursework including: written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written and oral examinations
- essays
- portfolio work
- research assessment
Assessment of the research component will be based on the final written version of a research project.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.5 (with a minimum of 5.5 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 18 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised institution. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at Queen's you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth up to £2,500.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 17 September 2018 | 7 June 2019 | 3 Terms | £16,115 |
| 7 January 2019 | 23 August 2019 | 3 Terms | £16,115 |
| 23 September 2019 | 5 June 2020 | 3 Terms | - |
| 6 January 2020 | 21 August 2020 | 3 Terms | - |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 16 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Building on your skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation Studies.
You’ll learn how to develop skills which professional translator competence is based upon, as well as build advanced expertise in your principal non-native language.
There are also opportunities for further language training and professionally-based practice experiences to take advantage of, to really enhance your skills and knowledge before beginning your career.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be through examinations and coursework including: written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written and oral examinations
- essays
- portfolio work
- research assessment
Assessment of the research component will be based on the final written version of a research project.
How do I qualify?
| English language requirements: |
IELTS 5.0 (with a minimum of 5.0 in all subskills) or equivalent. |
| Age requirements: | 18 years and above |
| Academic requirements: | Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognised institution. |
Find out if you qualify for one of our pathway scholarships.
When you continue to your degree at Queen's you may also qualify for a progression scholarship worth up to £2,500.
All students are welcome to apply, no matter what your background or financial circumstance.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 17 September 2018 | 23 August 2019 | 4 Terms | £20,700 |
| 24 June 2019 | 5 June 2020 | 4 Terms | - |
| 23 September 2019 | 21 August 2020 | 4 Terms | - |
Class information
| Class hours: |
20 hours per week on average |
| Class size: | 16 |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
Where will it take me?
Building on your skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation Studies.
You’ll learn how to develop skills which professional translator competence is based upon, as well as build advanced expertise in your principal non-native language.
There are also opportunities for further language training and professionally-based practice experiences to take advantage of, to really enhance your skills and knowledge before beginning your career.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
Please note that the module descriptions shown are for the 2018/19 academic year.
How will I be assessed?
Assessment will be through examinations and coursework including: written assignments, practical exercises, group and individual research projects, presentations and problem-solving exercises.
Assessment of academic modules will be based on:
- written and oral examinations
- essays
- portfolio work
- research assessment
Assessment of the research component will be based on the final written version of a research project.