NQ Higher Social Sciences
SCQF Level: 6
This course will encourage you to gain knowledge in competing views, perspectives, theories and evidence from a variety of fascinating social science subjects including psychology, sociology and philosophy.
Duration
One academic year.
Aim
You will be encouraged to learn about, evaluate and carry out research across a variety of social science disciplines. You will develop a range of transferable skills such as critical and evaluative thinking, problem solving, communication and presentation skills. This is in addition to developing core skills including numeracy, working co-operatively with others and IT.
Entry
- English at Intermediate 2 or Standard Grade Credit level.
- Psychology at Intermediate 2 or a science subject at Intermediate 2.
- Entry is by interview, where a written piece of work will be requested.
For those about to leave school you will not currently be able to apply online and you should ask your guidance teacher for an appliction form.
Prospects
Education: Possible progression to HNC Social Sciences or other HNC level courses within the Centre with compatible experience and qualifications.


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