Universities United Kingdom Plymouth Marjon University Courses MA Social Policy

MA Social Policy
at Plymouth Marjon University

Plymouth, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee £ 12,500
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Duration12 Months
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Program Overview

Contribute to socially just and sustainable academic research with impact in practice. The MA Social Policy will be of particular interest to you if you are:

An experienced practitioner looking for advanced Continuous Professional Development opportunities.
An international student wanting to study and practice in the UK.
An undergraduate student looking to move directly onto postgraduate education incorporating work based experiences and strengthening your employability prospects.
A practitioner who wants challenge and interrogate current policy.

This challenging programme is about making a difference with opportunities to theorise social policy in practice.

The MA Social Policy will provide opportunities to actively engage in professional networks across a range of vibrant partnerships as well as contribute to socially just and sustainable academic research with impact in practice.

A key feature of the programme is the emphasis on both breadth and depth of understanding of social policy analysis in its broader economic, social, environmental and political contexts.

Course Content
1st Year
- Politics and social policy analysis
- Analysing social policy: discourses of social control, agency & well-being
- International social policy analysis
- Research in social policy contexts
- Dissertation
Entry Requirement
A relevant degree such as one from Social Sciences, Arts, Humanities or the human service professions

Applicants with other degrees are assessed on their social sciences knowledge at interview, and an appropriate reading list will be devised for them

We accept applications from experienced practitioners with non-traditional qualifications

APEL regulations will apply

DBS clearance may be required depending on module selection
Fees & Scholarships
Fees UK students: £6,500 per annum

Fees for International students: £12,500 per annum
Career Prospect
MA Social Policy graduates could expect to work in a wide range of posts across the statutory or the third-sector. These could include roles in central and local government departments, community bodies, charities, housing and health organisations; or research consultancies, advocacy and campaigning bodies.

Students gain a wide range of knowledge and develop transferable skills throughout the programme, including sophisticated skills in research, communication, and analysis. Our current students work alongside as well as study in a range of fields in health, housing, social services and education.

Cost Of Studying At Plymouth Marjon University

Interest rates as low as 8.9% ^*

250K+

Students Assisted

800Cr+

Loan Amount Disbursed

5000+

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MA Social Policy at Plymouth Marjon University