MA Policy & Social Research
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As we are experiencing a period of considerable policy reform in the wake of the financial crisis, the necessity of public policy research is greater.
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Description
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Type
Master
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Location
Birmingham
This MA programme equips students with the tools and knowledge to understand how and why public policy problems occur, and how these are affected by the social, cultural and political context, both in the UK and internationally.
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Entry requirements
2.1 Degree in any discipline (or equivalent).
Mathematics - C or above at GCSE (or equivalent).
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As we are experiencing a period of considerable policy reform in the wake of the financial crisis, the necessity of public policy research is greater.
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- English
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- Financial
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Course programme
Duration: Full time 1 year. Part time 2 years.
Start date(s): October
Distance learning available: No
Entry requirements:
2.1 Degree in any discipline (or equivalent).
Mathematics - C/4 or above at GCSE (or equivalent).
The information contained on this website details the typical entry requirements for this course for the most commonly offered qualifications. Applicants with alternative qualifications may wish to enquire with the relevant admissions teams prior to application whether or not their qualifications are deemed acceptable. For less commonly encountered qualifications this will be judged on a case-by-case basis in consultation with the academic admissions tutor.
Applicants whose first language is not English will be required to provide evidence of an English language qualification.
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Fees for 2017/18*:
UK/ EU: £5,450
Non-EU: £14,100
*These figures have not been confirmed, but they are expected to be approximately as stated. Part-time students pay a pro-rata version of full-time fees.
Application: We recommend that overseas students apply before the end of June due to visa requirements as these can take a few weeks to process.
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We are witnessing a period of considerable policy reform in the wake of the financial crisis, and the need for public policy research has never been greater. This MA programme equips students with the tools and knowledge to understand how and why public policy problems occur, and how these are affected by the social, cultural and political context, both in the UK and internationally. It offers students a sound training in research methods and equips them with the cutting-edge in theoretical and methodological approaches. The MA is suitable both for those wishing to hone their skills and knowledge to pursue further academic research opportunities, and for those seeking a relevant and rigorous course which will prepare them for employment in the private, public or not-for-profit sectors.
Sample module options: The following module descriptions are indications only - the modules on offer and the content of the modules is subject to change.
Core Modules:- Public Policy, Public Management and Governance (LBM001)
- Research Methods (LPM003)
- Social Theory and Social Change (LYM005)
- Dissertation (LYM007)
Choose from the following elective modules to the value of 40 credits:
- Health Care Organisation and Policies (LBM007)
- Social Policy: Contemporary Themes and Challenges (LBM005)
- Work Placement (LYM010)
- Being Human: Disability and the Social World (LYM011)
- Globalization and Social Change (LYM002)
- Social Divisions (LYM001)
MA Policy & Social Research