You can apply for this course from September 2018.
Combine the academic study of European social policy with a comprehensive exploration of research methods and skills.
This course is designed for those developing careers as policy analysts and applied researchers in national, European or international social or public policy organisations; middle- and senior-ranking staff in the public, private or voluntary sectors of social policy who seek mid-career re-training; and prospective PhD students.
You will be part of an active research community where students are supported in identifying, investigating and realising their own original research.
This course lasts 2 years. It starts in September 2019 and ends in 2021. Induction week starts on 23 September 2020.
Occasionally we make changes to our programmes in response to, for example, feedback from students, developments in research and the field of studies, and the requirements of accrediting bodies. You will be advised of any significant changes to the advertised programme, in accordance with our Terms and Conditions.
Part-time students will typically take either two or three units in each semester, aiming to complete 30 credits in each year. We’ll encourage you to complete as many compulsory units as possible in the first year of studies, to enhance your core knowledge.
Optional units, along with any remaining compulsory units, are taken in the second year. However the actual balance will be flexible subject to agreement by the Director of Studies.
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
These optional units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years, you completed your degree in the UK, you may be exempt from our English language requirements.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
A kandidaatti or kandidat with a final overall result of at least 2 out of 3 or 3 out of 5.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
A licence with a final overall score of 12 out of 20 (assez bien).
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
A university bachelor's degree (Ptychio) or diploma with a final overall score of at least 6.5 out of 10.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
A laurea with a final overall score of at least 103 out of 110.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
A titulo de licenciado or titulo de ingeniero with a final overall score of at least 7.5.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
We welcome applications from graduates from all countries so if you can’t see your country in the list, please contact our admissions team for advice about your specific entry requirements.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree in economics, social policy, sociology or politics.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If you need to improve your English language skills before starting your studies, you may be able to take a pre-sessional course to reach the required level.
Your tuition fees and how you pay them will depend on whether you are a Home, EU, Island or Overseas student.
Learn how we decide fee statusSee the most recent fees for postgraduate courses.
If you are studying a postgraduate course, you may be able to take out a loan for your tuition fees and living costs.
Read more about tuition fee loansYou could be considered for a bursary or scholarship to help you study at Bath. You do not have to pay it back.
Read more about bursaries and scholarshipsYou can pay your tuition fees by Direct Debit, debit card, credit card, cheque, bank transfer or cash. You may also be eligible for a student loan to help you pay your fees.
Read more about your payment optionsYou will need to budget at least £100 for the cost of photocopying, printing and binding. You will also need to budget for the cost of text books.
Some courses involve visits away from campus and you may be required to pay some or all of the costs of travel, accommodation and food and drink.
If you’re on a placement, you’re responsible for your own travel, accommodation and living costs. You should also consider the financial implications if you go on an unpaid or overseas placement.
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