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.
Want to study in the UK in 2021? Our INTO Study Centres are ready to welcome you – with a selection of complimentary services to keep you safe and supported while you study with us. We will be offering interactive learning through a mixture of online and in-person teaching, all in accordance with the latest UK government guidelines.
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 5.0 (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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 June 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Empirical Enquiry and Critical Thought
- Exploring Culture
- Foundations of Social Science
- Research Design
- English Language Study Skills
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 September 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 10 January 2022 | 26 August 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2020/2021 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2021/2022 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 September 2021 | 26 August 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 20 June 2022 | 16 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2020/2021 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2021/2022 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 21 June 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*Please note the dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 are not yet confirmed. We will confirm all dates and prices for the academic year 2020-2021 on or before 20 January 2020, with the prices being subject to a maximum increase of up to 5% on the prices for the current academic year. If you submit an application prior to this date and are eligible to be issued with an offer of a place it will contain pricing for the current academic year. If you accept an offer and confirm your place before 20 January 2020 you will be charged the current price. If you accept an offer and confirm your place on or after 20 January 2020 the increased prices will apply and we will issue you with a new offer showing the new prices payable by you.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
- Empirical Enquiry and Critical Thought
- Exploring Culture
- Foundations of Social Science
- Research Design
- English Language Study Skills
- Teacher Supported Online Language Development (Term 1)
- Integrated Language Skills (Term 1)
- Research and Study Skills (Term 1)
- Engagement and Communicative Language Skills (Term 1)
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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 September 2021 | 10 June 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 10 January 2022 | 26 August 2022 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2020/2021 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2021/2022 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
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. |
At INTO Queen's University Belfast, we are committed to helping ambitious international students like you achieve their goals of studying at a world-class university in the UK.
With a range of generous scholarships on offer, you could be eligible to receive funding to help towards your tuition fees – regardless of your background or financial circumstance.
If you can’t see a scholarship that applies to you, keep checking back – this page is regularly updated with the latest information.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 13 September 2021 | 26 August 2022 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 20 June 2022 | 16 June 2023 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2021 will pay the 2020/2021 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2021, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2021/2022 pricing.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 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 the skills and knowledge gained from your Social Sciences pathway, this postgraduate degree provides you with an in-depth knowledge of Translation practise.
You’ll develop the key skills that demonstrate professional translator competence, as well as practising speaking, writing and listening in your principal non-native language.
There are many opportunities for further language training and industry-based practice to take advantage of, allowing you to enhance your skills and build your knowledge before beginning a career in Translation.
What will I study?
All students complete modules tailored to your chosen degree subjects.
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.