Course Overview
The MA Power, Participation and Social Change at University of Sussex is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. 1st in the world for Development Studies (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024) Achieving social justice in our rapidly changing and increasingly unequal world is a major challenge. On this MA, you'll tackle this challenge so you can contribute to positive change. With our support, you'll learn to articulate your understanding of power and participation. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £25,500 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
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Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | Masters courses A Masters qualification enhances both your personal and professional development. |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
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Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Sussex
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 months | £24,000 | £28,000 | £34,500 |
| 3 years | £19,500 | £25,500 | £31,000 |
| 5 years | £25,000 | £33,000 | £42,500 |
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