MA Social Sciences (International Childhood)

at Edge Hill University

Core Modules

• Childhood in International Context
• Dissertation
• Social Science Methodologies
• Working with International Children’s Rights
• Children and Migration
• International Field Trip
• Psychiatrised Childhoods
• Self-Directed Learning
• Work-Based Learning and Employability

• You should have a degree equivalent to UK first-class or second-class honours (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject such as social sciences or other human sciences.
• It may be possible to join the course without a degree if you are in full-time employment, have a minimum of five years’ work experience, and can demonstrate evidence of continuing professional development through a portfolio and written statement.
• An interview will form part of the selection process if you do not meet the degree requirements outlined above.

English language requirements

International students require IELTS 6.5, with a score no lower than 6.0 in each individual component, or an equivalent English language qualification.

Tuition Fees

• International £13,500

By the end of our MA Social Sciences (International Childhood), you’ll be feeling prepared for a career in children’s services or in international development. You’ll be in a position to help children nationally and internationally.
 

You might think about pursuing youth and community work, counselling, children’s and young people’s services. Or with local, national and international policy development around children’s rights and protections. You may choose to work with a charity, or train for a career in further education.
 

You can also choose to study or research even further by completing an MPhil or PhD.