About Postgraduate Diploma in Social Sciences

Please note that this qualification is only available until 31 December 2013. In order to claim this qualification you must have completed the required 120 credits by this time. This qualification is not available to new students. If you have any questions about your eligibility for this qualification please contact the Qualifications and Ceremonies Centre on +44 (0)1908 653003 or by email . This postgraduate diploma provides advanced study in social science theory and research. It offers a wide choice of modules enabling you to focus on one or more subject areas from the postgraduate studies in social sciences programme, including psychology, forensic psychology, criminology, environmental policy or research methods. It aims to: provide an overview of the conceptual and philosophical basis of modern social science provide a fuller understanding of several subject areas within the Postgraduate Studies in Social Sciences programme enable you to expand and update your knowledge of the social sciences at postgraduate level.