Program Overview
The Community and Social Change at University of Miami is a MSc programme in Social Sciences, 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 Community and Social Change programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Miami, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Community and Social Change programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Community Well-being and Change: Theory and Practice
- Development & Change in Community Organizations: Theory & Practice
- Essentials of Research in Social and Behavioral Sciences
- Program Evaluation
- Managing Community Organizations
- Multicultural Communities in a Globalized Society
- Seminar in Community & Social Change
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Complete and submit the Common Application online. Please make sure that you are using the same email address for every part of the application process, this also includes signing up for standardized tests.
- The essay portion of the application provides an opportunity for applicants to demonstrate their ability to write clearly and concisely and develop and communicate their thoughts. Applicants will choose one of five specific prompts and write an essay of 250 to 650 words. Detailed instructions can be found in the Common Application.
- Please note: Your application is not complete and your application cannot be reviewed until all required forms are received. Your $70 non-refundable application fee can be paid when you submit the Common Application.
- Once you submit your application, it will take approximately three days for the Office of Undergraduate Admission to receive and begin reviewing it. Please allow them several weeks from the application deadline to process your documents and post them in CaneLink. During the busy application period, CaneLink is your best resource, as they are continually updating students\' applications and documents.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 33,300 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Miami 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 Miami
University of Miami
Coral Gables, United States
private university in Coral Gables, Florida, United States
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Aug, 2026
- Language English
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