Program Overview
The Applied Social Science at University of the West of Scotland is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Applied Social Science programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6
- Tuition: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Paisley, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Social Science programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Social Research Today
- Contemporary Social Issues
- Research Methods
- Dissertation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants should hold a relevant Honours degree (any social science; medicine; health; law; or social work at 2:2 or above).
- Applications will also be considered from those with a degree in another discipline or other professional training or experience relevant to programme specialisms (accredited or recognised prior experiential learning related to civil society, public affairs, criminal justice, applied psychology, social work or social policy). Such applicants will be required to complete written work in order to demonstrate their academic ability, and may be invited to attend an interview prior to acceptance.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 12,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of the West of Scotland directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of the West of Scotland
University of the West of Scotland
Paisley, United Kingdom
University of the West of Scotland (UWS) is a large, modern public university in south-western Scotland and London, UK, tracing its roots back to 1897 and taking its current name in 2007 after the...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2001-12-17
- Start Date 2018-01-03
- Language English
- Duration 12 months