Social Policy (Research Methods)

Course Overview

Offered by UCL (University College London), the MSc Social Policy (Research Methods) provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in social sciences. Based in Camden, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. The Social Policy (Research Methods) MSc explores contemporary social problems, policy intervention, and policymaking processes across different sectors and countries, combined with rigorous training in traditional and innovative research methodologies required in the study of social policy. The relationship between research and policy is a key programme theme. It can be studied on campus or online, giving you the flexibility to engage with the programme from anywhere in the world. International tuition fees are £16,800 per year, home/UK fees are £8,400 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 82% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £28,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 73% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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Graduate Outcomes

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