About this course
Ulster University offers BSc (Hons) Social Policy as a 3-year undergraduate Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons) programme in Political and Social Sciences. Based in Belfast, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £16,320 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6 overall. The next intake is Autumn (September), 2026.
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
A level The A Level requirement for this course is BCC Applicants can satisfy the requirement for the third A Level Grade by substituting a combination of alternative qualifications recognised by the University. Applied General Qualifications RQF Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma Award profile of DMM. International Baccalaureate Overall International Baccalaureate profile minimum of 24 points (12 at higher level). Grade 4 in Higher or Subsidiary Level English Language is also required. Access to Higher Education (HE) Pass Access Diploma NI (120 credits) with an overall mark of 60%. Pass Access to HE Diploma (GB) with 12 Distinctions, 30 Merits and 3 Passes. GCSE You must satisfy the General Entrance Requirements for admission to a first degree course and hold a GCSE pass in English Language at grade C/4 or above (or equivalent). The Faculty of Arts, Humanities & Social Sciences will accept Essential Skills Level 2 Communication as equivalent to GCSE English Language. IELTS 6.0 with no band score less than 5.5., TOEFL iBT - 80 with a minimum L - 17 R - 18 S - 20 W - 17, PTE Academic - 55 (with min. of 51 in each part)
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸Autumn (September), 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
