Course Overview

This course will nurture your flexible, critical thinking and you’ll have the skills to participate in and reflect on political participation as an engaged citizen and learner.

Opportunities for professional practice will equip you with the knowledge and experience you’ll need in the workplace. As a graduate, you’ll have a global awareness and outlook that will be valuable to employers and in further study.

You’ll be primed to enter a variety of sectors, such as:

• Civil service

• Teaching

• Journalism

• Heritage and museums

• Financial services

We are committed to ensuring that the opportunity to experience an education here at Leeds Beckett University is open to all. If you're thinking of joining us to study for your undergraduate degree, you may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary.

Bursaries are usually awarded depending on household income, whilst scholarships are available for a number of areas and are based on sporting or academic excellence.

Our Beckett Careers Team will support you with all aspects of your career planning, throughout university and beyond. Whether you’re looking for a part-time job or want to gain experience alongside your studies, need help preparing an application, or exploring graduate job options, we can provide expert support with every step of the way!

Throughout your university journey and up to five years after you graduate you'll have access to a broad range of support and tools to help you with:

Getting ready to apply for jobs

Working on your CV

Preparing for an interview

Applying for graduate vacancies or placements

Connecting with employers and organizations

General Eligibility

GCSEs:

GCSE English Language at Grade 4 or above (Grade C for GCSEs taken before 2017) or equivalent. Key Skills Level 2, Functional Skills Level 2, and the Certificate in Adult Literacy are accepted in place of GCSEs.

Access to HE Diploma:

Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points.

T Levels:

Pass overall with a minimum of 104 UCAS tariff points, including a C or above on the core.

Scottish Awards:

104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade B or above.

Irish Leaving Certificate:

104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 5 subjects at a higher level of which at least 3 must be grade H3 or above.

International baccalaureate:

104 UCAS tariff points from a minimum of 3 Highers of which at least 2 must be grade H5 or above.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.0 with no skills below 5.5, or an equivalent qualification. The University provides excellent support for any applicant who may be required to undertake additional English language courses.