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.
On campus study
This program is available to study on campus only.
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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 19 June 2023 | 14 June 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only. Students will be required to pay additional tuition fees for their postgraduate degree.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 6.0 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 15 March 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £14,415 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 5.5 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 30 August 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 24 June 2024 | 20 June 2025 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 6.0 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 March 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 19 June 2023 | 14 June 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
*All students who confirm their offer on or before 31 January 2022 will pay the 2021/2022 price as per their existing offer letter. After 31 January 2022, where tuition fees have increased, all current offers will be reissued and students will receive a new offer with the new 2022/2023 pricing. Please note that the fees listed are for Year 1 of study only. Students will be required to pay additional tuition fees for their postgraduate degree.
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 6.0 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 15 March 2023 | 25 August 2023 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
GBP £14,415 |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 5.5 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 21 June 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 8 January 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
3 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 18 September 2023 | 30 August 2024 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
| 24 June 2024 | 20 June 2025 |
4 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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 6.0 (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.
Scholarships up to the value of £3,000 are available during your time studying at INTO Queen's. There are further progression scholarships available upon successful completion of your course and entry to your degree program at Queen's University Belfast.
Dates and prices
| Start date | End date | Course length | Fees |
| 20 March 2024 | 30 August 2024 |
2 Terms
View Term dates |
* |
Class information
| Maximum class size (for English language teaching): | 16 |
| Course Delivery Method | On-Campus |
| Class duration: |
Morning and afternoon classes are held Monday to Friday between 09.00 - 18.00 excluding bank holidays. |
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.