This programme is in clearing for students resident in Scotland, Rest of the UK, Republic of Ireland, and EU.
During Clearing, our entry requirements remain flexible. We are committed to providing opportunities to study with us based on a range of qualifications. Please get in touch, and we can discuss your specific circumstances. You can apply now through UCAS or our our dedicated Clearing hub where you will also find more information about the Clearing process.
Follow your Passion for Social Science
UWS has 50+ years’ experience in delivering social sciences education in the West of Scotland.
A UWS degree in criminal justice, psychology, social sciences, or social work will help you make a positive contribution to society. You’ll gain the skills sought after by organisations in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Many of our graduates have gone on to work in teaching, politics, research, public services and health and social care.
UWS Social Sciences programmes
Applied research, collaboration with industry professionals and work-related learning combine to ensure UWS will equip you with the right skills for your future career. We offer the following undergraduate programmes in Social Sciences:
Real World Ready skills
From examining the way we think, to questioning the decisions that shape our social environments, the field of our programmes is diverse.
Designed to develop your critical, analytical and communication abilities – and with practical placements and professional accreditation available on certain programmes – our degrees will provide you with the skills you need to succeed.
UWS has close working relationships with an extensive range of employers and professional bodies in the government and the social, education, healthcare, private and third sectors.
From Finland to UWS and Beyond
Explore how one Social Sciences student made the leap from Finland to UWS – and what they discovered along the way.
Research excellence
With research output spanning academic publications and official reports, our research-led teaching blends high-quality knowledge with the professional expertise of our staff – meaning your learning will benefit directly from the extensive experience of our academics.
UWS INTERNATIONAL EXCHANGE
UWS aim to give our students the chance to take part in an international placement through our range of exciting exchange programmes. Some Students have gained first-hand experience of social work practice in Laos and taken part in a criminal justice exchange programme with students from the USA.
Open Days and events at UWS
Join us at an Open Day to experience #LifeAtUWS. Hosted across at Ayr, Dumfries, Lanarkshire and Paisley campuses, these events provide the perfect opportunity to find out everything there is to know about studying at UWS.
Attend an Open DayHow else can we support?
Our friendly team are here to support you with any questions you might need answered. We also have a number of students who can give first-hand experience of what it is like to study at UWS.
Register your interest in An Undergraduate course
Alternatively you can contact us by email: ask@uws.ac.uk or phone: 0800 027 1000 (UK) / +44 (0) 141 849 4101 (out-with UK).
