MA Social Policy at Plymouth Marjon University

Programme overview

Contribute to socially just and sustainable academic research with impact in practice. The MA Social Policy will be of particular interest to you if you are: An experienced practitioner looking for advanced Continuous Professional Development opportunities. An international student wanting to study and practice in the UK.

Faculty: Education, Communities & Children | Duration: One year full-time or two years part-time | Study mode: full-time | Location: Plymouth, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

1st Year: Politics and social policy analysis, Analysing social policy: discourses of social control, agency & well-being, International social policy analysis, Research in social policy contexts, Dissertation.

Career pathways

MA Social Policy graduates could expect to work in a wide range of posts across the statutory or the third-sector. These could include roles in central and local government departments, community bodies, charities, housing and health organisations; or research consultancies, advocacy and campaigning bodies.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A relevant degree such as one from Social Sciences, Arts, Humanities or the human service professions; Applicants with other degrees are assessed on their social sciences knowledge at interview, and an appropriate reading list will be devised for them; We accept applications from experienced practitioners with non-traditional qualifications; APEL regulations will apply; DBS clearance may be required depending on module selection

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,800 a year (2026/27) Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27) Source

Duration: One year full-time or two years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.marjon.ac.uk/courses/applying/applydirect/

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