Program Overview
The Comparative and International Social Policy at University of York is a MA 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 Comparative and International Social Policy 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative and International Social Policy 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 Policy Analysis:\\xa0you will be introduced to the key concepts, techniques and theories used in social policy analysis.\', \'Comparative and International Social Policy - Research Methods:\\xa0you will be introduced to the key theories, methods and data sources employed in comparative and international social policy research.\', \'Comparative Social Policy - Governance, Management and Delivery:\\xa0\\xa0you will explore the theory, practice and challenges of public management delivery through the use of real-world case study materials from a wide range of settings and levels of governance.\', "Globalisation and Social Policy:\\xa0you\'ll explore debates over the nature of globalisation and the role of transnational social actors. You\'ll examine how social policy is affected by globalisation in four regions: Western Europe, Eastern Europe, Latin America and Asia."]
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You will normally be expected to have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You will also be considered if you have relevant work experience and academic potential.
Guidance on international equivalents for entry qualifications.
English languageIf your native language is not English, you should meet an English language proficiency level of 6.5 in the British Council\'s IELTS test with at least 5.5 in each component. We do accept\xc2\xa0other English language tests.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York 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 York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months