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Psychology,Criminology and Social Science SCQF Level 6

  • Start date:   August 2026
  • Level of Qualification:   SCQF Level 6
  • Course Type:   Full-time

Psychology,Criminology and Social Science SCQF Level 6

This course is for those who want to learn about competing views, perspectives, theories and evidence from social science subjects such as criminology, psychology, sociology and politics.

Start date – August 2026

End date – June 2027

SCQF Level - 6

Mode – Full time

Duration - 1 Year

This course is designed to prepare students for HNC study in the Social Sciences.

  • What the course includes

    • Social sciences: Criminology, Psychology, Sociology and Politics  
    • Level 5 Maths units 
    • Extra-curricular activities, such as trips, personal development, sustainability and outdoor learning 
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Why choose this course

This course will give you transferable skills for employment.

You will also have chance to gain knowledge and understanding which may help you progress on to more advanced courses at SCQF Level 7. 

Entry requirements

  • Four National 5 qualifications at C grade or above, including English, and at least one other relevant subject such as Modern Studies
  • National 4 Maths or equivalent

If English is not your first language, ESOL Level 5 is an entry requirement for this course. 

  • Where it will lead

    Employment: It will give you a range of transferable skills that will be desirable to employers.

    Education: HNC Social Sciences or other relevant HN-level courses within West Lothian College.

Selection Process

Learn more about the Selection Process for Social Science at West Lothian College – click here for full details and next steps.

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