Study Applied Social Science MSc at University of the West of Scotland in the UK, Education and Social Sciences

About this course

About this course
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- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
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What will I learn?

The MSc Applied Social Science will enable students to develop an understanding and applied experience of researching a number of contemporary and international issues across the areas of politics, social justice, criminology, social policy, public governance and administration. It is delivered by an international team of leading experts. This master's degree introduces students to the social and political contexts within which social science research is currently being undertaken and the uses to which social research might be put across the areas of politics, social justice, criminology, social policy, public governance and administration.

Which department am I in?

Education and Social Sciences

Study options

Full Time (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£16,275.00 (US$ 21,018) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

Start date

September 2027

Venue

Paisley Campus

High Street,

Paisley,

Renfrewshire,

PA1 2BE, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Applicants should normally hold a relevant Honours degree with a classification of 2:2 or above in any of the following subjects: social science, medicine, health, law, or social work. Candidates with a degree in another discipline, or with other professional training or experience relevant to the course specialisms, will also be considered. To demonstrate academic ability, applicants may be required to complete written work and could be invited to attend an interview prior to acceptance.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.