Social Policy (MA) at Liverpool Hope University

This Master’s degree is a cutting-edge, new MA programme, which aims to set new standards in the critical study and application of social sciences. Learning from active researchers with diverse areas of expertise, you will be led through the key contemporary debates in social policy. Our Master’s degree has a strong focus on critical and radical approaches to the study of social policy both here in the UK and from international and global perspectives.

Faculty: School of Education and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time)  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: January 2027 & September 2027  |  Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The programme consists of four modules and a dissertation (final research project) totalling 180 credits. Assessment methods will vary and may include academic essays, reports, presentations and examinations, research proposals and a research dissertation.

Career pathways

The MA in Social Policy will enhance the career development and prospects of entering occupations such as social work, public sector welfare work, probation service, teaching, journalism, local and national government, social research, charity/voluntary sector, campaigning and non-governmental organisations.

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