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MA - Master of Arts
Plymouth Marjon University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MA - Master of Arts
Plymouth Marjon University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MA - Master of Arts
Plymouth Marjon University
Part Time
SEP-25
2 years
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Analyse social policy as it applies to your profession, or area of interest, considering its broader economic, social, political, environmental and political contexts. Make a difference - learn how to put theory into practice.
Course Summary
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:
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.
What might you become?
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.
How will you be taught?
Small group tutorials and seminars once a week, a twilight session, supported by directed group activity and online activities and reading. In year 2 you are supported through your independent projects through individual and group tutorials.
How will you be assessed?
Via essays, presentations and visual media such as posters and websites.
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.
Students living in
Domestic
£8,500 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£16,500 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£16,500 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.