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Social Policy

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2026-2027
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Course summary

A Social Policy degree from the University of Birmingham equips you with the tools to analyse and tackle pressing societal issues like poverty, housing, and inequality. It blends rigorous academic study with practical opportunities, such as final-year work placements, ensuring you're prepared to make meaningful change locally and globally. Studying on Birmingham's vibrant campus sets the stage for shaping a better future.

Shape the future with our BA Social Policy awith Year Abroad programme. Understand key social challenges like poverty and health inequality, explore solutions, and make meaningful change. Gain real-world experience through our unique placement year, preparing you to transform society.

Reasons to study this course:

  • World-Class Expertise: Learn from leading academics in a top research-intensive university.
  • Real-World Impact: Tackle pressing global challenges like inequality, health, and education through a dynamic curriculum.
  • Year Abroad Opportunities: Gain global perspectives and cross-cultural skills by studying at an overseas university, enhancing your employability and broadening your academic and personal horizons.
  • Interdisciplinary Approach: Explore innovative solutions with insights from sociology, politics, economics, and beyond.
  • Placements: Apply learning in real-world settings through optional placements, gaining practical experience and industry insights.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Main Site

Study options

  • BA (Hons) • Full-time with time abroad • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 28/09/2026

Application codes

Course code:
L40A
Institution code:
B32

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Application codes

Course code:
L40A
Institution code:
B32

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Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

Data from:
This course and 6 other social policy courses
Date range:
2022-2024

Grades held by accepted students

For University of Birmingham, the top and bottom 5% of student grades have been removed from these calculations. This change helps to remove any extraordinary circumstances that could impact the data. Learn more here .
AAB Most common
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Offer rate for UK school & college leavers

90% Students aged 17/18 who applied to this course were offered a place.

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Student Outcomes

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70 Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)

90 Go onto work and study

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