FAQs
How do I apply for a place on a course?
If you are considering applying for a place on one of our foundation or undergraduate degree courses you should apply through UCAS. Those wishing to study part-time should apply online. Contact us on: +44 (0)115 848 4460 or email us for further information.
If you are considering applying for a postgraduate or professional course please apply online. If you have any queries about your application please contact us on +44 (0)115 848 4460 or email us.
How do I get in touch with the School?
For any queries about the School of Social Sciences courses or applications please contact us on +44 (0)115 848 4460 or by email.
For questions regarding our research degrees please call the Graduate School on +44 (0)115 848 8123 or email.
Further information can be found on our contact us page.
Can you provide directions to the University?
Detailed directions can be found in our open days section.
When do your open days take place?
University wide undergraduate open events are held for those who haven't applied to the university, but would like to find out more about studying here, take place in July, September and October. To find out more visit our open days section.
School of Social Sciences postgraduate open events take place throughout the year. To book your place and for further information visit our events page.
I can't make an open day, how else can I find out more about the University?
If you want to explore the university but you are unable to attend one of our open events you can visit our Virtual Open Day. Alternatively you can take a short self-guided tour of the City site.
Can you supply training for my team?
Please contact us for further information.
What subjects do you offer?
Subject areas include:
- career education and guidance
- counselling
- criminology
- health and social care
- politics
- psychology
- public health, safety and the environment
- social work
- sociology
- youth justice
- youth studies.
These subjects are taught at varying levels and in different study modes. Please visit our courses section for further information.
How many lectures will I have each week?
That depends on your course. You will receive a timetable at the beginning of term which will show the lectures, seminars and tutorials, all of which you are expected to attend.
How much work do I have to do outside lectures?
Lectures provide the guide to the subject area you are studying. You will be expected to read and research extensively around the various topics covered in lectures and seminars. For a full-time undergraduate degree course you should expect to spend 35-40 hours each week of term time either in lectures or in independent study. There may be times during the term, when assignments are due for example, when you find that you are spending more time than usual in study.
Can I work and study?
Many of our undergraduate students on full-time courses do have part-time jobs. The University and local employers offer part time work which fits in with your studies. We suggest that students should not work more than 10 hours a week and must ensure that their work commitments do not impinge on their studies.
My course offers a work placement – do I have to find this myself?
If you are on a vocational course such as Social Work your placements are found for you. On other courses where placements are optional we can provide support to help you find a work placement.
