Course Comparison

Course
BSc (Hons) Sociology with Foundation BA (Hons) Anthropology with Foundation
Award
Bachelor of Science - BSc (Hons) Bachelor of Arts - BA (Hons)
Duration
4 years 4 years
Assessment breakdown
100% coursework -
Course type
Full-time Full-time
Placement
(+ optional placement) (+ optional placement)
Location
Plymouth Plymouth
Provider
School of Society and Culture School of Society and Culture
Entry requirements
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma
PPP–MMP in any subject.
BTEC National Diploma modules
If you hold a BTEC qualification it is vital that you provide our Admissions team with details of the exact modules you have studied as part of the BTEC. Without this information we may be unable to process your application quickly and you could experience significant delays in the progress of your application to study with us. Please explicitly state the full list of modules within your qualification at the time of application.
International Baccalaureate
24–25 overall to include 4 at any subject at Higher Level. English and Maths accepted within: Higher Level = 4, Standard Level = 5.
IELTS
If overseas and not studying English within IB – Must have IELTS: 6.0 overall with 5.5 in all elements.
Access courses
Pass access course (any subject) plus GCSE English and Maths grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
New Irish Highers
Achieve Irish Leaving Certificate with 32–48 UCAS points.
T Levels
Pass in any subject.
GCSE
GCSEs or equivalent: Maths and English at Grade C/4 or City and Guilds; Key Skills Level 2 will be considered on an individual basis.
Mature students with appropriate work experience are encouraged to apply. For those who do not meet the requirements, please enquire for further details. We encourage any candidate who is unsure about the suitability of their qualifications or experience to contact Admissions in the first instance, who will then liaise with the Admissions Tutor and Programme Lead.
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.
A levels: Typical offer 32 points from a minimum of two A levels.
18 Unit BTEC National Diploma/QCF Extended Diploma: PPP Refer to tutor, however BTEC are usually only considered with another qualification i.e. A level.
International Baccalaureate: 24 overall
All Access courses: Pass a named Access to HE Diploma (e.g. Preferably English, humanities or combined), including GCSE English and Mathematics grade C/4 or above or equivalent.
T levels:Pass in any subject.
GCSE English: Grade C/4 or above, if your grade is lower then please refer to the institution for further advice.
We are looking for applicants with good potential including with non-standard qualifications and background, so will consider every application on a case by case basis.
Get in touch with our friendly admissions team on +44 (0)1752 585858 or email us at admissions@plymouth.ac.uk.
We welcome applicants with international qualifications. To view other accepted qualifications please refer to our tariff glossary.