MA Social and Public Policy at University of Leeds

Programme overview

This MA explores issues, concepts and debates in social and public policy research and how government decisions shape society. Students learn how policies are developed, analysed and evaluated through topics such as work and welfare, migration, family and child policy and ageing populations.

Department: School of Sociology and Social Policy | Duration: 12 months full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time | Location: Leeds, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules are Public Administration: Policy, Planning and Development in a Globalised World (30 credits), Research Strategy and Design (30), Policy and Programme Evaluation (15), Social Policy Debates (15) and a 60-credit Dissertation.

Career pathways

Graduates work in central and local government, charities, NGOs and community organisations, housing, health, research consultancies, advocacy, campaigning and the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Bachelor's degree with a 2:1 (Hons) or equivalent in a social science or related subject. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in any component. International application deadline: 30 July 2027; UK application deadline: 10 September 2027.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,600 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

International applicants: GBP 29,100 for the whole programme (2027/28). Total course fee for 2027 entry Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time

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