Why choose a Queen's University Belfast Social Science degree?
Spanning a wide range of subjects including Law, Anthropology, Philosophy and International Politics, a degree in Social Sciences at Queen's University Belfast will inspire, challenge and prepare you to excel.
- An interdisciplinary approach to learning, with world-class specialist facilities such as the School of Law's moot courtroom – where students can practice defending a case.
- Notable alumni include Rita Segato, who has been called "one of Latin America's most celebrated feminist anthropologists" – and Baron David Trimble, a Northern Irish politician who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1998.
- Russell Group-recognised research that aims to understand and improve the nature of society, culture and humanity – with a global reach and impact.
- Recipient of the Athena Swan award for the promotion of gender equality across History, Anthropology, Politics and Philosophy.
Program choices
Find out more about your course options by selecting a course level.
- English course
- International Foundation
- International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
- Undergraduate Degree
English course
Leads to: University preparation programme or degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 3.0
Length of course: From 4 weeks
- Improve your languages skills while adapting to the US culture.
- Regular intakes with flexible course lengths to suit your English level.
- Adapt to living and studying in the UK.
International Foundation
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 4.0, plus completion of 12 years of schooling with good grades.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 1 of an undergraduate degree.
- Modules designed to develop the specialist knowledge, language and study skills for your chosen degree.
- Support with your university applications.
International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 4.5, plus completion of A-levels, a foundation, or first year of an overseas university degree programme.
Length of course: 3 terms (9 months)
- A guaranteed route to Year 2 of an undergraduate degree.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
- Study academic modules that reflect the first year of your chosen degree.
Undergraduate Degree with International Year One
Leads to: Undergraduate degree
Typical entry requirements: From IELTS 5.5, plus International Foundation, first year of an undergraduate degree, or A-level equivalent.
Length of course: 3 years
- Combine your preparation studies with an undergraduate degree in a single study plan.
- Only one visa needed for the full duration of your programme.
- Complete your degree in the same amount of time as direct entry students.
Undergraduate Degree
Length of course: 3 years
- To apply for direct entry to an undergraduate degree at Queens University Belfast: If you are working with an education counsellor please contact them to make an application. Otherwise, please visit the university website