Program Overview
The Comparative Social Policy at University of Oxford 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 Comparative 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 7.5
- Tuition: EUR 17,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Oxford, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Comparative Social Policy programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
First and foremost, we are looking for students who display strong intellectual abilities with the capacity for creative and original thought. Ideally, applicants will have a good first degree in the social sciences but we also welcome people who have other degrees if they put forward a strong rationale for choosing the course they are applying for.
Applicants must have a high level of English. If your first language is not English, you must supply evidence that you have reached the required standard. Our minimum entry requirement is an overall IELTS score of 7.5 with at least 7.0 in each component; an overall TOEFL score of 630 with a Test of Written English score of 5. Applicants who have taken the computer-based TOEFL test must achieve an overall score of 267 with an essay-writing score of 5. Applicants who have taken the new internet-based TOEFL test must achieve an overall score of 109. Applicants who have taken the Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) must achieve Grade B.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
EUR 17,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: EUR 17,980 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; EUR 8,660 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Oxford 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 Oxford
University of Oxford
Oxford, United Kingdom
University of Oxford 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 2015-03-18
- Start Date 2018-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months