Overview

On our Social and Public Policy (MSc) programme you’ll explore the nature, causes and potential solutions to a wide range of pressing social issues - from poverty and inequality to migration, public health, and social justice.

Focusing on policy challenges in Wales, the UK and across the globe, you’ll be encouraged to think critically about how governments and organisations respond to complex social problems. You’ll also consider how those responses shape people’s everyday lives.

Through a combination of theoretical exploration and practical analysis, you’ll develop the knowledge to understand how social and public policies are formed, implemented and evaluated. You’ll interpret social science evidence, assess policy effectiveness and craft evidence-based recommendations.

You’ll be encouraged to challenge conventional thinking, consider policy responses in multiple contexts, and explore innovative solutions to some of today’s most urgent issues.

Whether your goal is to influence policymaking, contribute to evidence-based reform or pursue further study, you’ll graduate well-prepared for a future in policy research and analysis, public administration, advocacy, consultancy, and academic research.

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-27 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-31 00:00:00

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We allocate places on a first-come, first-served basis, so we recommend you apply as early as possible. Applications normally close at the end of August.

Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Cardiff, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology Public Policy Social Policy View 250 other Masters in Sociology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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General requirements

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Tuition Fees

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Living costs

Cardiff

United Kingdom

628 - 1066 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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