About this course
The MA in Social and Public Policy equips you with the skills to analyse social policy in a way that will allow you to understand how policies are developed and the role they play in people's lives. The course offers a combination of taught coursework and supervised independent study. You'll develop the skills required to carry out your own research in an area of social policy that interests you.
This MA is especially suited to you if you are considering a career in social policy analysis, advocacy or research in the public sector or socially-focused NGOs. You'll cover topics such as the welfare state in the UK and other countries, the impact of globalisation on social programmes and why patterns of social inequality persist.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Part-time
Duration: 2 Years
Qualification: MA
Location: York
Full-time Shown above
Duration: 1 Year
Qualification: MA
Location: York
Career Prospects
Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:
1172 Social services managers and directors
2435 Professional/Chartered company secretaries
3319 Protective service associate professionals
3312 Police officers (sergeant and below)
1162 Senior police officers
2434 Business and related research professionals
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Course Details
- Qualification
- MA
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 1 Year
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- York
- Scheme
- Postgraduate
- Subjects
- Sociology