Are you thinking of studying the Social Sciences at university?
This unique pre-university course is specially designed for high school students who are planning to pursue an undergraduate degree. This course will use the theme of Equality to explore how this topic appears in different disciplines across the Social Sciences.

Non-credit

Residential

Accepts International Students

Application fee waiver

The course aims to introduce pre-university students to the social sciences, encouraging their interest in the academic discipline and deepening their understanding of contemporary social issues. Students will be encouraged to read across different subjects such as Politics, Economics and Sociology, so as to develop skills in inter-disciplinary reading and thinking. The course will cover a wide range of topics, the understanding of which will be explored through discussion of Equality. Questions to be covered include the role of the government and re-distribution of wealth, and how social scientists investigate and answer questions about the future of our society.

Politics: This section will cover how individuals take decisions which affect the entire society. This will entail the role of the government, the parliament, international organisations and focus on the practices of the British political system and the European Union as well as the relationship between the UK and the EU.

Economics: This section will cover the study of how individuals and societies produce the goods and services that satisfy their needs and sustain their livelihoods. This will include the study of rationality and economic interactions; it will look at practical subjects including international markets and trade.

Sociology: The section will be devoted to the study of human relations and social organisations and will study group behaviour and social norms while focusing on the history and evolution of work and the fourth Industrial Revolution.

The structure of this course is designed to provide students with a similar experience to that which they might encounter during undergraduate study, as well as providing a unique Edinburgh-based summer school opportunity. Using a blend of text, audio, video and other material, the course is designed to equip students with a range of skills to enhance independent study for their route into the Social Sciences. Each class will combine a mini-lecture, tutorial discussion and a classroom activity or an academic skills session.

The course also includes a visit to the Scottish Parliament, which is fully accessible to wheelchair users.

We want all Pre-University students to have a safe and enjoyable experience in Edinburgh. As such, we will arrange airport transfers for any Pre-University student who is travelling solo and not being accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Catered accommodation is provided as standard for all Pre-University students. This is included in the course fee. Offering easy access to the city it is overlooked by Arthur's Seat, one of Edinburgh's most famous landmarks!

In addition, Resident Assistants will be staying at the Pre-University accommodation for the entirety of the course. They will make sure students arrive and depart safely, help them settle in, check on everyone's well-being, and act as a first point of contact for any queries or concerns.

Single Session

Jul 03 - Jul 14

2 weeks

Residential

3995 GBP

Before applying please have your payment method ready as you will be asked to make the £750 deposit payment during your application.
Pre-University students will have catered accommodation provided as catered standard, and this is included in the course fee.
Accommodation will begin the Saturday prior to the course start date, and finish the Saturday following the course end date. We are unable to offer alternative check in / checkout dates unfortunately.