Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons)
Robert Gordon University
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews for 40 graduates of Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons) at Robert Gordon University for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Social Sciences (Non-Specific).
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Social Sciences (Non-Specific) at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23000 | £21000 | £24500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £26000 | £18000 - £25500 | £20000 - £32000 |
All Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology courses of Robert Gordon University
Salary of all UK Graduates of Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24323 | £21465 | £24855 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20473 - £28762 | £14716 - £27559 | £17649 - £31236 |
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Course Description
Applied Social Science is the study of the society we live in and the relationships people have within that society.
This course is built around the core disciplines of psychology and sociology, providing the best possible launching pad for a career in these fascinating areas. Innovative elective modules in the final years allow you to tailor your degree around your own areas of interest. All teaching is underpinned by research and real-world experience, ensuring you are prepared for a career in your chosen field. Approachable, friendly staff and relatively small group sizes create an informal learning environment, which is valued highly by our students.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons) at Robert Gordon University
| 15% | Animal care and control services |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 10% | Sales occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Media Professionals |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
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Qualification requirements
Level 4 qualification in a related discipline (usually HNC in an engineering pathway).
ALL applicants must possess a Level 5 qualification, such as an HND or FdA in a relevant area in order to be considered for this course. A copy of your HND/FdA module transcripts will be requested, and the original required to be seen at enrolment.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Costs
Tuition Fees Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons)
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £5890 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £5890 | year 1 |
| England UK | £5890 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £5890 | year 1 |
| Wales | £5890 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £5890 | year 1 |
| International | £16490 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
August 1, 2026
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
- year 2
- year 3
- year 4
UCAS application code:
L310
University Rankings
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Positions of Robert Gordon University in top UK and global rankings.
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About Robert Gordon University
Robert Gordon University is located in the city of Aberdeen, the third-largest in Scotland. This institution’s main focus is the delivery of courses and programmes related to Business and Industry sectors, however they do also provide degree programmes in certain areas of the social sciences. The most impressive features that this university has to offer is its wide array of state-of-the-art facilities, such as their Nanocomposite Manufacturing Facility, the Wave Tank, and Electronic Laboratory.
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FAQ about Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons) Robert Gordon University
- Tuition fees for this programme are 5890 per year for UK students. In addition to the tuition fees you should also take into consideration the average monthly cost of living for students in the UK.
- The median salary of graduates of this course was £23000 15 months after graduation, £21000 3 years after graduation and £24500 after graduation.
- Animal care and control services (15%), Information Technology Professionals (10%), Sales occupations (10%), Business and public service associate professionals (5%)
- 40 graduates rated the course 100. This means that 100% of graduates indicated that they were satisfied or very satisfied with the course. See detailed ratings above and how these compare to the averages at other universities.
- Applied Social Sciences BA (Hons) is taught on campus and cannot be taken online at Robert Gordon University.
- It is very difficult to get accepted into this course. Accepted students had an average UCAS tariff score of 139 which makes it one of the 13.89% most difficult courses to enter among all Social Sciences students in the UK.