Program Overview
The Disability Studies at University of Leeds is a MA programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Disability Studies 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
- Location: Leeds, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Disability Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:
- Researcher / Academic
- Cultural Programme Manager
- Editor / Writer
- Translator / Interpreter
- Museum Curator
- Communications Specialist
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- [\'Social Policy, Politics and Disabled People\', \'Researching Culture and Society\', \'Dissertation (Disability)\', \'Debates on Disability Theory and Research\', \'Special Educational Needs: Inclusive Curriculum\', \'International Human Rights and Disabled People\', "\'Race\', Identity and Culture in the Black Atlantic", \'Disability and Development\', \'Contested Bodies\', \'Que(e)rying Sexualities\', \'Social Policy Analysis\', \'Social Policy Debates\', \'Quantitative Research Methods\', \'Qualitative Research Methods\', \'Policy and Programme Evaluation\']
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A bachelor degree with a 2:1 (hons) in sociology, social policy or a related subject.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.
Application Deadline
2030-06-18
About University of Leeds
University of Leeds
Leeds, United Kingdom
University of Leeds 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 2030-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
