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Overview
Applied Social Science degree offered at the University of the West of Scotland is focused on preparing students to make a difference in the policy community. They are underpinned by cutting edge research, informed by a global perspective and designed to connect you with policy-makers and influencers.These master's also offer you the opportunity to enhance your CV by undertaking a work-based project as part of your final dissertation with a partner organisation (eg. NGOs, campaign groups, public agencies, third sector organisations, etc.).
Career Prospects
Graduates find careers in various specialist roles particularly related to:
- research
- campaigning and advocacy across public
- private
- voluntary and charity sectors
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- The State in a Global Order
- Applied Criminal Justice
- Global Social Policy
- Policy Analysis & Practice
- Power, Politics & Civil Society
- Social Work in a Global Context
- Comparative Penology
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
International- The latest we can process your application is 6 weeks before the course start date
Language
English
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 78
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Social Work Sociology Criminology View 244 other Masters in Social Work in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6
TOEFL® IBT 78
Other requirements
General requirements
You should normally hold a relevant Honours degree at 2:2 or above in any of the subjects below:
- Any social science
- Medicine
- Health
- Law
- Social work
Tuition Fee
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International
14500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14500 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
11250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 11250 GBP per year during 12 months.
For Scottish students, cost of study per year is 7,000£
Living costs for Paisley
700 - 1400 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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