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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 €2,009 to €49,047, there's a diverse array of options to suit various budgets. The typical tuition fee, represented by the €20,102, 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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Economics New York University

4,3(116)New York City, United States +1 Top 0.5% in Worldwide

The Economics programme at New York University is a master level course delivered through a public study mode. This rigorous curriculum focuses on developing essential analytical tools and concepts for the global business community. Students gain expert insights into financial markets and policy over the course of the programme.

M.B.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$92,658/yr

Folklore and Public Culture University of Oregon

4,1(23)Eugene, United States Top 7% in Worldwide

The Folklore and Public Culture programme at the University of Oregon offers B.A., M.A., and M.S. degrees. This full-time course explores human traditions and community identities. Students engage in interdisciplinary research at a leading American centre, gaining fresh perspectives on global and regional heritage.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$34,386/yr

Public Policy University of Utah

4,6(12)Salt Lake City, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

University of Utah's Master of Public Policy program combines policy and economic analysis with quantitative sources for students to build the necessary analytical skills needed to effectively solve public policy problems.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year$38,604/yr

Anthropology University of British Columbia

4,2(194)Vancouver, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

The M.A. in Anthropology at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. This full-time public course of study combines advanced coursework with a thesis, providing students with deep expertise in anthropological theory and diverse research methodologies.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,926/yr

Sociology University of British Columbia

4,2(194)Vancouver, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

The M.A. in Sociology at the University of British Columbia is a research-intensive, full-time programme delivered in person at the Vancouver campus. Over approximately 2.7 years, students engage in advanced coursework and a thesis, exploring diverse social specialisations within a world-class academic organisation.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$6,926/yr

American Studies University of Texas at Austin

4,4(26)Austin, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

The American Studies MA program from University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to the interdisciplinary study of the myriad historical and contemporary cultures of the United States, in both domestic and transnational settings. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$17,694/yr

Arts University of Auckland

3,8(22)Auckland, New Zealand Top 2% in Worldwide

The Arts programme at the University of Auckland offers advanced postgraduate study through M.A. research or taught pathways. Available in a public study mode, this flexible degree varies in duration and allows students to engage in deep scholarship across more than 40 diverse subject areas to enhance their professional expertise.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$24,134/yr

Economics University of British Columbia

4,2(194)Vancouver, Canada Top 1% in Worldwide

The Economics programme at the University of British Columbia offers a comprehensive M.A. degree. This one-year, full-time course provides intensive training in theoretical and applied work. Students benefit from a public study mode at the Vancouver campus, focusing on high-level research and diverse specialisations.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$21,825/yr

Spanish University of Ottawa

4,1(89)Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

The Spanish M.A. at the University of Ottawa provides advanced training in Hispanic linguistics and the diverse literatures of Spain and Latin America. This one-year, public programme offers both research and coursework pathways, delivered in a professional academic environment to enhance your cultural and linguistic expertise.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
1 year$13,623/yr

Public Policy University of Auckland

3,8(22)Auckland, New Zealand +1 Top 2% in Worldwide

The Public Policy programme at the University of Auckland is a professional postgraduate qualification designed for leadership. Available in public study modes, this flexible course offers 120 and 180-point pathways. Students develop advanced analytical skills for roles in government and NGOs through expert-led research.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2
1 year$24,850/yr

Communication University of California, Davis

4,3(12)Davis, United States Top 2% in Worldwide

The Communication program offered by University of California, Davis, focuses on the social scientific study of human communication using quantitative research methods with a concentration in mediated communication and digital society.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$30,697/yr

Health Outcomes, Policy and Economics Rutgers University

4,2(56)New Brunswick, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

The Health Outcomes, Policy and Economics programme of Rutgers University responds to industry needs and increased demand for trained professionals to conduct research in health economics/outcomes, cost effectiveness, and health policy.

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$24,300/yr

Communication University of Ottawa

4,1(89)Ottawa, Canada Top 3% in Worldwide

The M.A. in Communication at the University of Ottawa offers advanced research training in media studies and organisational communication. This postgraduate programme, available in full-time or part-time study modes, allows students to pursue a thesis or research paper while developing critical analytical skills in a bilingual setting.

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$13,623/yr

Economics University of Illinois at Chicago

4,2(20)Chicago, United States Top 4% in Worldwide

The Master in Economics at University of Illinois at Chicago is chiefly used as a progress or exit degree for our Ph.D. program, but can also serve as a terminal degree providing advanced training in economic theory, econometrics and applied areas for those seeking careers in business, government or not-for-profit organizations.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$27,306/yr

Economics University at Albany

4,3(8)Albany, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

If you want to dig deep into financial challenges and influence potential economic outcomes with research-driven data, the Economics program of University at Albany will empower you to excel as a modern economist. 

M.A. Full-time On-campus
1 year$28,318/yr

Geography University of Guelph

4,2(61)Guelph, Canada Top 7% in Worldwide

The Master of Arts (MA) in Geography at the University of Guelph offers advanced training in social science approaches to environmental management and governance, socio-economic spaces and change, and the relationships between people, places and environments. 

M.Sc. Full-time On-campus
2 years$9,581/yr

Political Science Wayne State University

3,7(3)Detroit, United States Top 8% in Worldwide

At Political Science from Wayne State University students have the opportunity to specialize in one of six subfields of study: American government and politics, comparative politics, political theory, public policy, urban politics, or world politics.  

M.A. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$29,766/yr

Global Policy Studies - DC Concentration University of Texas at Austin

4,4(26)Austin, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

The Global Policy Studies - DC Concentration MGPS program from University of Texas at Austin is an immersive 18-month course of accelerated study and work focused on both domestic and international federal policymaking.

Master Full-time On-campus
1 year, 3 months$18,758/yr

Childhood Studies Rutgers University Camden

4,7(6)Camden, United States

The Childhood Studies programme of Rutgers University involves the cross-disciplinary study of children and childhood within historical, multicultural, national, and global contexts. Each combination of perspectives brings new insights into the lives of children and the families, cultures and societies in which they are embedded.

M.A. Full-time On-campus
2 years$36,000/yr

Master of Social Change and Development University of Newcastle

4,2(12)Newcastle, Australia Top 4% in Worldwide

The Master of Social Change and Development programme from University of Newcastle will teach you how to undertake projects in collaboration with community members.

Master Full-time +2 On-campus +2
1½ year$25,239/yr

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