Program Overview
The Social Policy and Social Research at University College London (UCL) 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 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 7
- Tuition: GBP 17,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,925 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, 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
- Social Policy: Theory, Practice and Research
- Social Theory
- Comparative Education: Theories and Methods
- Economic Perspectives of Education Policy
- Impact Evaluation Methods
- Longitudinal Research and Analysis
- Promoting Health and Wellbeing: Planning, Practice and Participation
- Qualitative Data Analysis
- Quantitative Data Analysis I
- Quantitative Data Analysis II
- Research Engagement, Participation and Impact
- Statistical Analysis
- Systematic Reviews: Diversity, Design and Debate
- Systematic Reviews: Meta-Analysis, Qualitative Synthesis and Mixed Methods Synthesis
- Understanding Education Policy
- Understanding Research
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelors\' degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a social science subject, such as sociology, psychology, social policy, economics, or history. If you do not meet these requirements, other considerations, such as relevant work experience, may be taken into account.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 17,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,925 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 17,190 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,925 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University College London (UCL) 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 College London (UCL)
University College London (UCL)
London, UK
University College London, which operates as UCL, is a public research university in London, England. It is a member institution of the federal University of London, and is the second-largest...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2028-07-18
- Start Date 2018-09-01
- Language English
- Duration 12 months