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Convert your degree

With data skills in high demand, why not convert to a Q-Step degree? It can provide another dimension to your studies and a big boost to your employability.

Can I apply?

To be eligible, you need to be a first-year student on one of the following undergraduate courses:

  • Criminology 
  • Law
  • Politics and International Relations
  • Social Policy
  • Sociology. 

How it works

The first step towards converting your degree is to apply for our 2021 Summer School. This two-week programme takes place after your first year of study (Stage 1) and introduces you to quantitative research. This allows you to assess whether you’d like to continue these studies as part of your degree programme and provides the knowledge you’ll need for the next stage. 

If you decide to convert your degree, you take two modules at Stage 2. At Stage 3, you choose to write a dissertation or attend a work placement.

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Gingerbread is a charity that supports single parents. My placement role is to survey and analyse Gingerbread services and how they are reaching single parents.

Lily Dedman BA (Hons) Sociology with Quantitative Research

After graduation

Your degree title will now include the term 'with Quantitative Research'. This will greatly improve your employability by demonstrating your level of quantitative skills.

Boost your employability

Q-Step isn't the only way to give you CV an extra boost while studying at Kent. You could enrol on a Study Plus course, or become a  volunteer, or start working part-time. They are all good ways to extend your skills and gain some extra experience.

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Become a volunteer

Become a volunteer with Kent Union and benefit from some training to help you in your new role.
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Check out Study Plus

Develop your creativity and expand your knowledge with our range of free short-term, non-credit-bearing courses.
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Find a part-time job

Finding paid work while studying isn't just good for your bank balance. It can also help to make you more employable.