Social Policy, MA at University of Lancashire

The MA Social Policy examines policies shaping people's lives, covering cultural shifts, demographic trends, economic challenges, political change and technological advances. It is delivered at the Preston Campus.

Faculty: School of Health, Social Work and Sport  |  Duration: 2 years (full-time listed)  |  Intake: September 2026; January 2027; September 2027; January 2028  |  Location: Preston, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Understanding Poverty and Social Inequality: Perspectives from History, Comparative Social Policy and Social Change, Social Theory and Social Policy: Rethinking Welfare, The Making of Social Policy, Social Policy in Practice, Housing and Social Justice, Reflecting on Politics, Policy and Practice, Themes and Perspectives in Social Research and a Dissertation.

Career pathways

Further postgraduate research and managerial or professional roles, for professionals across the mixed economy of welfare.

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