Program Overview
The Social Policy and Social Research at Aston University 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 Social Policy and Social Research 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 14,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Policy and Social Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Public Policy, Public Management and Governance
- Research Methods
- Social Theory and Social Change
- Dissertation
- Health Care Organisation and Policies
- Social Policy: Contemporary Themes and Challenges
- Work Placement
- Being Human: Disability and the Social World
- Globalization and Social Change
- Social Divisions
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
The required supporting documents which you must submit with your application are:
- Your CV\xc2\xa0
- A copy of your Bachelor degree certificate\xc2\xa0
- Officially translated transcript(s) (if not already in English) of your grades to date including Bachelor years\xc2\xa0
- Two references, at least one of which is from an academic referee (applicants without work experience may submit two academic references)\xc2\xa0
- Proof of English language proficiency\xc2\xa0
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 14,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 14,100 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,450 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Aston University 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 Aston University
Aston University
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Aston University 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- Start Date 2017-10-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months