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MA - Master of Arts
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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MA - Master of Arts
UCL (University College London)
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
MA - Master of Arts
UCL (University College London)
Part Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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This dynamic route of the Philosophy MA immerses you in philosophical debates about the design and ethical implications of public policies, and how to measure and effect change. Taught by UCLs renowned departments of Philosophy and Political Science, the Philosophy, Public Policy and Social Change route will teach you a raft of transferable skills for a range of professional careers. Youll learn in the heart of London, home to one of the largest and most varied philosophical communities in the world, and join a lively intellectual circle.
The Philosophy, Public Policy and Social Change route of the Philosophy MA programme will provide you with the ability to analyse the design and ethical orientations of a range of public policies using core philosophical skills in argumentation, critical reading, and clear and precise writing. Students who successfully complete the MA will have developed a detailed understanding of a range of central philosophical debates related to ethical trade-offs in the design of policies, and how to measure and effect change. A diverse range of module options are available, which will allow you to explore your own interests.
The MA route is open to graduates from all disciplines who are interested in thinking philosophically about public policy and social change. We would expect you to have some prior background or interest in either philosophy, or public policy, or effecting social change, whether through academic study, employment, or lived experience.
If you are a Philosophy graduate who is aiming to develop a career in academic philosophy, you can consider applying for the two-year Philosophical Studies MPhil Stud, which is the route to the PhD at UCL.
Graduates from this MA route will be able to think rigorously and creatively about the principles that underpin attempts to make positive improvements, whether through government action, business or the non-profit sector. These skills are sought after by employers both in the public and private sectors.
A level: AAA
Required subjects
A in Maths and A in either chemistry or physics.
GCSE English grade 4 (C).
Excluded subjects
General studies, critical thinking and citizenship studies are not accepted.
IB score: 34 Points overall or 666 in 3 Higher Level Certificates
IB requirements: One of HL6 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches, HL6 in Mathematics Applications and Interpretation or SL7 in Mathematics Analysis and Approaches plus HL6 in one of Physics or Chemistry.
RQF BTEC Nationals
For those considered for year one entry, our typical offer is as follows:
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Diploma in Engineering – D*DD including Distinction in units:
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Diploma in Engineering or Science and A Levels – D*D + A in A Level Maths
RQF Level 3 BTEC National Extended Certificate and A Levels – D + A in A Level Maths and A in A Level Physics or Chemistry
Access to HE Diploma
Access to HE Diploma 36 Level 3 credits at Distinction (to include a minimum of 15 Level 3 credits at Distinction in Mathematics and 15 Level 3 credits at Distinctions in Engineering/Science units) and 9 Level 3 credits at Merit.
Students living in
Domestic
£16,000 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)
£33,000 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£33,000 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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