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15.6k Master's degrees in Social Sciences

Exploring Social Sciences programmes can be a rewarding venture for international students. With tuition fees ranging from €2,008 to €48,773, there's a diverse array of options to suit various budgets. The typical tuition fee, represented by the €20,038, offers a good benchmark for what to expect. Moreover, 7% of programmes are considered affordable, making higher education accessible to a broader audience. For those preferring flexibility, 17% of Social Sciences programmes are available online, catering to different learning preferences and schedules.

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UCL4,1(112)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Behaviour Change

A postgraduate degree in Behaviour Change centred around the systematic application of behaviour change theory and methods to design, implement and evaluate interventions, primarily using the Behaviour Change Wheel. This approach equips University College London (UCL) students to work in this emerging and exciting field to address social, health and environmental challenges.

M.Sc. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$52,032/yr
George Mason University4,1(100)
Arlington, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

Graduate Pathway in Telecommunications - Telecommunications

The Graduate Pathway in Telecommunications - Telecommunications, Pre-Master from INTO George Mason University students who successfully complete an INTO Mason Graduate Pathway or Graduate Bridge Program in Telecommunications are assured progression to a Mason graduate degree program upon submission of additional required application materials.

Pre-Master Full-time On-campus
½ yearTuition not available
Western Illinois University4,3(48)
Macomb, United States

Psychology - Clinical, Community Mental Health

The Psychology Department at Western Illinois University offers work leading to a Master of Science in Psychology - Clinical, Community Mental Health degree.   

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
1 year$11,820/yr
UCL4,1(112)
London, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Developmental Neuroscience and Psychopathology

The Developmental Neuroscience and Psychopathology programme offered at the University College London (UCL) is offered in collaboration with Yale University. There is a focus on developmental psychopathology drawing on multidisciplinary perspectives, with a specific emphasis on neuroscience. 

M.Res. Full-time On-campus
2 years$56,678/yr
Stellenbosch University4,4(123)
Stellenbosch, South Africa Top 5% in Worldwide

Security and Africa Studies (Option A)

The Faculty of Military Science is based at Saldanha, on the West Coast of South Africa, where it is housed in the South African Military Academy. The institution offers education and training for members of the Department of Defence at both the undergraduate and postgraduate levels, such as the Security and Africa Studies (Option A) programme at the Stellenbosch University.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$3,884/yr
University of Pretoria4,2(183)
Pretoria, South Africa Top 7% in Worldwide

Law and Political Justice (Coursework)

The Law and Political Justice (Coursework) programme from University of Pretoria is awarded once a student has successfully completed courses in research methodology, three 30-credit modules prescribed for the particular programme, the submission of a research proposal and the submission of a mini-dissertation.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
1 year$3,950/yr
Teachers College at Columbia University4,7(3)
New York City, United States Top 15% in Worldwide

Bilingual Childhood Special Education Studies

This Bilingual Childhood Special Education Studies degree at Teachers College at Columbia University leads to Initial Certification in Childhood Education (1-6), the Bilingual Extension Certification, and the Teaching Students with Disabilities Certification. 

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$97,504/yr
Saint Leo University4,4(19)
Online

Criminal Justice - Behavioral Studies

The College of Education & Social Services at Saint Leo University offers several competitive, quality graduate degree programs, and the online degree in  Criminal Justice - Behavioral Studies is no exception.

M.Sc. Part-time Online
2 years$12,510/yr
The University of Waikato4,4(21)
Hamilton, New Zealand Top 7% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science course at the University of Waikato is a one-year research-based degree in which candidates undertake a programme of supervised research which critically investigates a topic of substance and significance.

M.Phil. Full-time On-campus
1 year$22,688/yr
Australian National University3,8(54)
Canberra, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide

Museum and Heritage Studies

The Museum and Heritage Studies program at the Australian National University draws on our strong connections with Canberra’s leading cultural and collecting institutions to prepare you for an innovative career in this field.   

Master Full-time On-campus
1½ year$34,780/yr
University of Turin4,1(207)
Torino, Italy Top 5% in Worldwide

Area and Global Studies for International Cooperation

The just-launched Master’s degree in Area and Global Studies for International Cooperation (AGIC) of the University of Turin, Italy, stands for an approach that is global in content, reach, and structure. 

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$173/yr
Pennsylvania State University4,5(40)
Middletown, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Applied Behavior Analysis

The Applied Behavior Analysis program at Pennsylvania State University is designed to prepare students to apply the core areas of behavior analysis following the science-practitioner model to a variety of individual and social problems in a variety of settings.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$46,796/yr
Emory University4,3(39)
Atlanta, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

Health Policy and Health Services Research

Students considering future doctoral work or a career in applied health sciences research are encouraged to apply to the master of science in public health (MSPH) in Health Policy and Health Services Research at Emory University.

Master Full-time On-campus
2 years$61,381/yr
University of Otago4,0(102)
Dunedin, New Zealand Top 5% in Worldwide

Politics

The Politics programme at the University of Otago offers a comprehensive exploration of power, governance, and global systems. Available as a B.A. or part of combined degrees, this full-time or part-time course provides deep insights into international relations and policy, preparing students for impactful careers in a connected world.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$25,639/yr
McGill University4,4(94)
Montréal, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

Political Science

The Political Science Department at McGill University offers programs leading to the M.A. (with or without thesis) and Ph.D. degrees. These programs combine depth of specialization in a particular field with breadth of knowledge in related fields.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$21,942/yr
American University in Dubai4,0(71)
Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Middle Eastern Studies

This Middle Eastern Studies program at American University in Dubai will help you develop a deeper understanding of the history and cultural environment of the Middle East region.

Postgraduate Certificate Full-time On-campus
Tuition not available
University of Nottingham4,2(105)
Nottingham, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work)

Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work) from University of Nottingham is aimed at students who want to follow an ESRC-funded pathway onto a PhD or are interested in developing a wide range of social science research techniques.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$34,179/yr
Tampere University of Applied Sciences4,2(115)
Tampere, Finland

Sustainability Management

The global challenges of climate change, resource scarcity, and social inequality demand a new generation of professionals. If you're passionate about creating a better future and want to lead the way in sustainable innovation, the Master’s Degree in Sustainability Management from Tampere University of Applied Sciences is your next step.

M.B.A. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
1½ year$13,311/yr
The University of Alabama4,3(3)
Tuscaloosa, United States Top 10% in Worldwide

Clinical Mental Health Counseling

The Masters of Arts Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at The University of Alabama is designed to prepare students for employment and practice in public and private mental-health settings.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$34,542/yr
University of Ottawa4,1(90)
Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

Religious Studies - Feminist and Gender Studies

The Religious Studies - Feminist and Gender Studies programme at the University of Ottawa is a public M.Sc. level degree. This two-year course explores the intersection of religious traditions and gender perspectives. Students engage in advanced interdisciplinary research through full-time study in Canada's capital.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$13,643/yr

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