The course critically analyses how and why social policies are formed and implemented in the UK and internationally: how key issues and problems of poverty, inequality and social need are impacted by the theories, politics, governance and delivery of welfare. The course maintains a strong focus on employability and provides a robust combination of theoretical and applied knowledge and understanding, practical social research skills and a range of soft skills, necessary for employment in the public, private and voluntary sectors. Social Policy at Ulster has recently received 100% 'overall satisfaction'in the annual UK National Student Survey; in 2012, 2014, 2016 and 2019. Social Policy at Ulster was rated 2nd place in the UK for student satisfaction in the 2016 University Subject League Tables of 'The Complete University Guide'.
BSc (Hons)- Social Policy
University of Ulster Belfast
| Level | Undergraduate courses (level 8) |
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| Duration | 3 years |
| Faculty Focus | Arts, Humanities and Social Science |
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