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Certificate: Social Science and Self

Interested in exploring social issues, news stories, how people think and work together? Introduction to the concepts, methods, and disciplines within the field of social science whilst developing interpersonal and employability skills.

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Level:

Broadly Comparable to SCQF Level 4

Study Mode:

  • Full time

Location:

  • Dunfermline City Campus
  • Kirkcaldy

Start Date:

Aug 2025

Duration:

  • One year, full-time.

Who is this course for?

  • The course caters to those with an interest in Social Subjects. Suitable for those having just left school, returning to full time education or those with interested in exploring Social Sciences.

What skills will I learn?

  • Critical thinking and analysis
  • Research
  • Communication
  • Problem solving
  • Collaboration and team work
  • Cultural and societal awareness
  • Personal awareness and employability

What will I study?

  • Content based around social issues in the local area.
  • Discussions on Poverty, social exclusion, crime and health. Literacy, ICT and research skills will be developed.

Application Information

What further study options are available?

  • Progression to Social Science and Self Level 5
  • Progression to Pathways to Social Science.

What career opportunities are there?

  • Social Worker
  • Community Development Officer
  • Charity/Non-Profit Worker
  • Teacher
  • Market Research
  • Human Resources
  • Public Relations
  • Journalist
  • Criminologist
  • Psychologist