Program Overview
The Social Policy at University of Pennsylvania is a MSc programme in Social Sciences over 11 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 programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 11 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7.5
- Tuition: USD 28,511 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
- Location: Philadelphia, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the 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
- Policy: Analysis of Issues, Strategy and Process
- Law and Social Policy
- Quantitative Reasoning
- Research & Evaluation Design
- Applied Linear Modeling
- Economics for Social Policy
- Capstone Seminar and Internship (I and II)
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Applicants must submit transcripts detailing all undergraduate and postgraduate study. This includes coursework conducted at an applicant\xc2\x92s degree-granting institutions(s) as well as in study abroad programs and at institutions out of which an applicant may have transferred.
- GRE Scores
- Application fee of $65
- MSSP application essay
- MSSP writing sample (preferably on a policy-related topic)
- Financial Plan form
- References (two academic and one employment)
- Resume
English Proficiency: IELTS 7.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 28,511 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
Tuition fees: USD 28,511 (Tuition (Year)) — International students
IELTS requirement: 7.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Pennsylvania 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 Pennsylvania
University of Pennsylvania
Philadelphia, United States
University of Pennsylvania is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2005-01-18
- Start Date 2018-05-22
- Language English
- Duration 11 months
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