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Sociology

Abertay University

Dundee · IELTS 7.0

GBP 22,000Per year
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Entry requirements by country

27 countries

Undergraduate

Academic

US High School Diploma Year 1 Entry (Test Optional) Applicants will be required to pass with a GPA of 2.8 (on a 4-point scale). Any essential subjects to be achieved with minimum grade B. If applying for year 1 entry, standardised testing is optional. Standardised tests accepted for Year 1 entry may include one or more of the following: SAT: Minimum overall score of 1000, with a minimum score of 500 in each component. ACT: Minimum overall score of 24, with a minimum score of 24 in each component. AP: Relevant AP tests at grade 3 or above (taken in the last 3 years). Year 2 Entry (Standardised Test Required) Applicants will be required to pass with a GPA of 3.3 (on a 4-point scale). If applying for year 2 entry, standardised testing is required. If you do not have SAT or ACT scores, we may ask to see other evidence of your academic ability, such as: Your high school curriculum for any essential subjects (eg Math for some of our Computer Games degrees), along with your school profile. We may ask for your School Guidance counsellor or teacher to send this to us. Details of experience you have had in your chosen subject, such as a job or volunteer position in which you learned or employed the required knowledge and skills. Participation in extra-curricular activities which are linked to the degree you are applying for, such as g ames you have previously developed if you are applying to one of our Games programs. Strong grades in AP or Honours classes in relevant subjects, if these classes were available at your school. College or university level classes you have completed or are currently taking. Please provide a transcript. If you are thinking about transferring to Abertay, find out more here. General Education Test (GED) Year 1 Entry (Test Optional) Applicants will be required to pass with an overall score of 580/800, with a minimum score of 145/200 in each of the 4 subtests. Any essential subjects to be achieved with a minimum score of 150/200 in a relevant subtest. If applying for year 1 entry, standardised testing is optional, however may make an application more competitive, particularly if the GED score is lower than stated above, or if the essential subject is not covered in the curriculum. Expected scores are noted above. We will consider a lower GED score if sufficient evidence exists to support an offer such as strong scores in standardised tests, professional experience in the subject area, extracurricular activities linked to the programme, college classes, etc. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP) Year 1 Entry Applicants who have passed the full IBDP with a total minimum score of 25, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4, will be considered for Year 1 entry. If applying for a programme within our Department of Games Technology and Mathematics, Games and Arts, or Cybersecurity and Computing, applicants will require a total minimum score of 26, with any essential subjects achieved at SL5 or HL4. Year 2 Entry Applicants with a total minimum score of 30 or above, with any essential subjects achieved at HL5, may be considered for Year 2 entry. Applicants can choose to start their programme in Year 1 if offered Year 2 entry. International Baccalaureate Career-related Programme (IBCP) Year 1 Entry We accept and encourage applications with the International Baccalaureate Careers-related Programme (IBCP) but understand that your combination of qualifications may differ depending on where you are studying. Applicants studying the full IBCP will be required to pass CP Core. IBDP courses will have to relate to essential subjects (where relevant) and passed with SL5 or HL4. Associates Degree (AD) Advanced Year Entry As a founding partner, Abertay are excited to be working with the Transfer Abroad Network, supporting students from community colleges across the US in finding undergraduate degree study options abroad. We encourage transfer students to apply through the free Transfer Abroad Network platform, where these will be reviewed on a case by case basis. Alternatively, you can contact Beth with any questions.

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

Please check the relevant postgraduate* degree programme to review the entry requirements for each course. GRE is not a requirement, but it may benefit your application. A Bachelor’s degree (BA/BSc) with a GPA of 3.0-3.33 corresponds to a UK 2:1 (Upper Second) and a GPA of 2.7-3.0 is compares to a UK 2:2 (Lower Second) degree. *Graduate degree program

From Abertay University's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.

Scholarships

8 scholarships
Abertay IB30+ Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

This is an award of up to £7,000 per year for up to a maximum of four years.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements To be eligible for the Abertay IB30+ Scholarship, you must meet all of the following conditions: Be classified as international (Overseas) fee status by Abertay University. Achieve 30 or more diploma points upon graduation from the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IBDP). Hold an offer to student on a full-time undergraduate degree, on campus, at Abertay starting in the 2026/27 or 2027/28 academic year. Have met all academic conditions attached to your offer of admission for entry to the University as a new full-time student. This includes evidence of essential subjects at S5 or H4. The award will contribute to each year of degree, up to a maximum of four years, while you are studying in Dundee. Students who are admitted with advanced entry into Year 2 or above, and who meet the above conditions, will also be eligible for this award. The Abertay IB30+ Scholarship may be awarded in combination with the Abertay International Scholarship. In this case, the scholarships together will have a combined annual value of £7,000 (£3,000 from the Abertay International Scholarship and £4,000 from the Abertay IB30+ Scholarship).

Academic excellence

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study. If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded the Abertay IB30+ Scholarship, you will be notified by us by email following your offer of study.

Abertay International Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

This is an award of up to £3,000 per year, for up to a maximum of four years, for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate taught students.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements This is an award of up to £3,000 per year, for up to a maximum of four years, for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate taught students. Successful recipients will have the award deducted from their tuition fees. Eligibility To be eligible for the Abertay International Scholarship, you must meet all of the following conditions: Be classified as international (Overseas) fee status by Abertay University. Have met all the academic conditions attached to your offer of admission for entry to the University as a new full-time student studying an undergraduate or postgraduate taught degree on campus. For postgraduate taught programmes, applying with the equivalent of a UK 2:1 Bachelors degree equivalent or better (approximately 60% and above). The award will contribute to each year of degree, up to a maximum of four years, while you are studying in Dundee. Students who are admitted with Advanced Entry into Year 2 or above of an undergraduate programme, and who meet the above conditions, will also be eligible for this award.

Academic excellence

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study. If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded an Abertay International Scholarship, you will be notified by us by email following your offer of study. Please continue to check your inbox once you have received your offer of study from Abertay.

Abertay Partner Excellence Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

This is an award of up to £5,000 per year, for a maximum of two years total study, and is open to all new undergraduate and postgraduate taught international students.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Overview This is an award of up to £5,000 per year, for a maximum of two years total study, and is open to all new undergraduate and postgraduate taught international students applying with a degree from one of our student exchange or articulation institutions. Successful recipients will have the award deducted from their tuition fees. Eligibility To be eligible for the Abertay Partner Excellence Scholarship, you must meet all of the following conditions: Achieved the minimum international entry requirements for your course of choice from one of our student exchange or articulation partner institutions. Be classified as International (Overseas) fee status by Abertay University. Be registering as a full-time student for the first time onto an undergraduate or postgraduate taught programme, with the exception of MSc Construction Management. Have met all academic conditions attached to your offer of admission for entry to the University as a new full-time student. Be studying on campus at the University in Dundee. Please note: The Abertay Partner Excellence Scholarship may be awarded in combination with the Abertay International Scholarship / International Postgraduate Abertay Scholarship. In this case, the scholarships together will have a combined annual value of £5,000 (£3,000 from the Abertay International Scholarship / International Postgraduate Scholarship and £2,000 from the Abertay Partner Excellence Scholarship.

Academic excellence

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study. If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded the Abertay Partner Excellence Scholarship, you will be notified by us by email following your offer of study. Please continue to check your inbox once you have received your offer of study from Abertay.

Baillie Gifford Scholarship: STEM Scholarship for Womenundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

Scholarship awards of up to £1,500. Awards are paid in two instalments, one per academic term.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements To be considered for this scholarship, applicants must meet all of the following criteria: Be studying in 1st, 2nd or 3rd year of the following degrees: BSc (Hons) Computer Games Application Development BSc (Hons) Computer Games Technology BSc (Hons) Computing BSc (Hons) Ethical Hacking BSc (Hons) Computer Science with Cybersecurity BEng Civil and Environmental Engineering BSc (Hons) Food and Consumer Science BSc (Hons) Forensic Sciences BSc (Hons) Biomedical Science Identify as female Be able to demonstrate a financial need for support in the application form Be able to demonstrate a strong intent to have a career in software engineering when they graduate Be willing to meet the award conditions set out in the guidance notes. Be studying at the Abertay campus in Dundee.

Income related

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Apply using the apply button or by searching Abertay Connect for 'Scholarship Opportunities'.

Chevening Scholarshippostgraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree, in any subject and at any UK university.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements The programme provides full or part funding for full-time courses at postgraduate level, normally a one-year Master’s degree, in any subject and at any UK university. Guidance for applicants can be found on the Chevening website. Eligibility To be eligible you must: Be a citizen of a Chevening eligible country Return to your country of citizenship for a minimum of two years after your award has ended Possess an undergraduate degree that will enable entry onto a UK postgraduate degree Have at least two years' work experience Have received an unconditional offer from one of your University choices

Mature students

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Applications can only be made at certain times throughout the year. The Chevening Award is typically open for applications in August and closes in November.

Dean's Scholarshipundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

This is an award of up to £5,000 per year for up to a maximum of four years, for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Overview This is an award of up to £5,000 per year for up to a maximum of four years, for prospective new international undergraduate and postgraduate students. Successful recipients will have the award deducted from their tuition fees. This scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the University in recognition of an applicant’s achievements (academic and / or extra-curricular) and their potential contribution to student life and the University community. Eligibility To be eligible you must: Be classified as an international (overseas) fee paying student by Abertay University. Hold an offer to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate taught degree, on campus, at Abertay in the 2026/27 or 2027/28 academic year. Have met all academic conditions attached to your offer of admission for entry to the University as a new full-time student. The award will contribute to each year of degree, up to a maximum of four years, while you are studying in Dundee. Students who are admitted with Advanced Entry into Year 2 or above of an undergraduate programme, and who meet the above conditions, will also be eligible for this award.

Academic excellence

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study and your personal statement. If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded the Dean's Scholarship, you will be notified by us by email following your offer of study. Please continue to check your inbox once you have received your offer of study from Abertay.

Principal's Excellence Scholarship - Globalundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

This is an award of up to £7,000 per year for a maximum of four years total study and is open to all new undergraduate and postgraduate taught prospective international students.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Overview This is an award of up to £7,000 per year for a maximum of four years total study and is open to all new undergraduate and postgraduate taught prospective international students. Successful recipients will have the award deducted from their tuition fees. This scholarship is awarded at the discretion of the University in recognition of an applicant’s outstanding achievements (academic and / or extra-curricular) and their potential contribution to student life and the University community. Eligibility To be eligible for the Principal’s Excellence Scholarship – Global, you must meet all of the following conditions: Be classified as International (Overseas) fee status by Abertay University Hold an offer to study on a full-time undergraduate or postgraduate taught degree, on campus, at Abertay in the 2026/27 or 2027/28 academic year. Have met all academic conditions attached to your offer of admission for entry to the University as a new full-time student. The award will contribute to each year of degree, up to a maximum of four years, while you are studying in Dundee. Students who are admitted with Advanced Entry into Year 2 or above of an undergraduate programme, and who meet the above conditions, will also be eligible for this award.

Academic excellence

How to apply

You will be automatically considered for scholarship eligibility when you apply for the relevant course at this institution

No separate application form is required, and you will be assessed for the scholarship based on your application for study and your personal statement. If you meet all the eligibility criteria and are awarded a Principal’s Excellence Scholarship, you will be notified by us by email following your offer of study. Please continue to check your inbox once you have received your offer of study from Abertay.

Thomas and Margaret Roddan Trustundergraduate
Number of awards
Not specified
Who can apply
Wales, Scotland, England, Northern Ireland, All International
Covers
Tuition fees
Study mode
full_time
Intake
All intakes

Awards of up to £500 to help students manage the burden of unexpected financial costs.

Eligibility

Other eligibility requirements Eligible students are: Those faced with unexpected circumstances which are impacting on their personal finances. AND Undergraduates who have completed at least one year of study. Postgraduates undertaking taught degree courses. Postgraduates engaged in research for a higher degree. AND Are Abertay University students who ordinarily reside (normally live) in Scotland and studying anywhere in the world, including Scotland. Or Abertay University students who ordinarily reside outside Scotland and are studying in Scotland. This means English, Northern Irish, Welsh and international students can apply.

Income related

How to apply

You need to apply separately for this scholarship

Apply using the button or by searching Abertay Connect for 'Scholarship Opportunities'.

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