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Combined Honours in Social Sciences BA Hons
Course details If you are curious about the big issues that shape our society, this course may be for you. Taking a research-led approach, Combined Honours in Social Sciences explores systems, institutions,
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Points of entry for Combined Honours in Social Sciences BA Hons
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Entry requirements for Humanities, Liberal Arts and General Studies and Combined, General or Negotiated Studies at Durham University
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