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197 Best Social Sciences & Psychology Programs in the United Kingdom

There are 197 Social Sciences & Psychology programs in the United Kingdom, spread across 48 universities; the most common length is 4 years. The list starts with courses at University of Oxford, University of Cambridge and University of Edinburgh.

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How these courses are ranked

20 of these universities hold a QS World position, from #4 (University of Oxford) to #561 (University of Plymouth); they are listed first, in that order. The rest are ordered by research impact. University of Oxford has the largest research record in this group, with 64,607,071 citations and an h-index of 2,081. 6 universities have neither a QS position nor a research record yet and appear at the end, marked "Not yet ranked".

Inside the course list

By level: 129 bachelor's, 33 master's, 5 diploma and 1 foundation. The usual length is 4 years and 3 years. 98% are full-time and 2 can be studied online. Start dates lean to Fall (99% of courses with a stated intake) and Spring (95% of courses with a stated intake). University of Manchester offers the widest choice, with 23 of these courses.

Frequently asked questions

What are the top universities for Social Sciences & Psychology in the United Kingdom?

University of Oxford (QS World #4), University of Cambridge (QS World #6) and University of Edinburgh (QS World #34) lead this list. QS World positions come first; the rest are ranked by research impact.

Which is the cheapest university for Social Sciences & Psychology in the United Kingdom?

Of those with published fees, University of Manchester is the least expensive at about USD 34,000 a year. Fees are indicative — confirm on the university's site.

How long does a Social Sciences & Psychology course take in the United Kingdom?

Most listed courses run 4 years, with 3 years the next most common.

When do Social Sciences & Psychology courses start in the United Kingdom?

Fall is the main intake — 99% of courses with a stated start date begin then, and Spring is the second.

Can I study Social Sciences & Psychology online with a university in the United Kingdom?

2 of these courses are listed as online.

Which university has the most Social Sciences & Psychology courses in the United Kingdom?

University of Manchester, with 23, ahead of University of Aberdeen (15).

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