Disability Studies, Rights and Inclusion

University of Leeds
Postgraduate MSc (PG) Online study 2 Years Sociology

About this course

For March 2025 start, please see course information for academic year 2024/25. (https://courses.leeds.ac.uk/202324/d326/disability-studies-rights-and-inclusion-msc) The information on this page relates to start dates from September 2025 onwards.

Make a difference in the field of disability rights and social justice with this ground-breaking new online Masters degree in Disability Studies, Rights and Inclusion.

The study of disability has never been more important. Globally, there are around 1 billion disabled people and with an ageing population in many countries this figure is set to rise.

Disability is an important equality and human rights issue, with disabled people more likely to experience poverty and receive fewer education and employment opportunities than non-disabled people.

The online MSc Disability Studies, Rights and Inclusion will support you to recognise, understand and meet the challenges facing disabled people around the world. By studying this innovative online degree, you’ll be equipped to work to ensure that disabled people’s rights are respected, helping to build more inclusive and sustainable societies.

As an online learner you’ll join a global classroom with like-minded learners from around the world, in an accessible and inclusive online environment. Study the course that suits you - with our flexible course structure, you could work towards the Masters qualification, a postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma.

Whether you are already active in the field of disability rights, or looking to take your first steps, this course gives you the knowledge, skills and confidence you need to be a change-maker in the field of social justice and disability activism.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Online study Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc (PG)

Location: Leeds

Online study Shown above

Duration: 8 Months

Qualification: PgCert

Location: Leeds

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3229 Welfare and housing associate professionals
3221 Youth and community workers
7214 Market research interviewers
3223 Housing officers

Course Details

Qualification
Master of Science - MSc (PG)
Study Mode
Online study
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Leeds
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Sociology