Social and Public Policy MA

The MA in Social and Public Policy is based around a combination of social and public policy theory, analysis and research training. You'll start with a broad introduction to social and public policy analysis, key theoretical and conceptual tools and social research methods. After this you will then choose three option modules, which will examine different aspects of social and public policy in more detail. At the end of your studies you will have the opportunity to apply the skills that you have learned into practice through a dissertation, under the guidance of an individual supervisor. 

Most people study full-time for 12 months, but part-time study over 24 months is also availablModules

Core modules

• Research Design
• Investigating Contemporary Policy Problems
• Advanced Policy Analysis

Option modules

You will also study three option modules. Examples include:

• Public Service Markets
• Public Finance: Principles, Politics and Contemporary Issues
• The Political Economy of Welfare
• Social Policy in Global Context
• Social and Ethical Leadership
• International and Comparative Research Methods

The options available to you will be confirmed later in the year. For further information, please get in touch.

Our modules may change to reflect the latest academic thinking and expertise of our staff, and in line with Department/School academic planning.