Hamilton ,
New Zealand
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA in Social Policy - 180 points in Hamilton New Zealand | University of Waikato
University of Waikato
|
Hamilton New Zealand
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
NZD
23,933
(c. USD14,031.92)
Attendance
Full-time
Social Policy studies explore the challenges influencing individuals and communities. This field evaluates the strategies and actions of policymakers, government bodies, and NGOs, assessing their effects on populations and society at large. With a comprehensive perspective, it addresses how social policies shape daily life—spanning healthcare, schooling, family dynamics, infrastructure, and the frameworks that sustain them.
At Waikato, your Social Policy education will delve into societal responses to issues like economic hardship and joblessness. You'll engage in ongoing policy discussions while developing a thorough grasp of social issue origins. The program encourages critical analysis of various solutions to these challenges.
Upon graduation, you'll be prepared for careers across public sector organizations, NGOs, higher education, community groups, and advocacy movements promoting social justice and reform.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
A recognised bachelors degree with a B/B+ average, and a B/B+ average in a relevant subject if required.
Some Faculties/Schools require an honours degree (to demonstrate research capacity). Where the above requirements are not met, further study in a lower level programme may be required first.
IELTS (Academic)6.5 overall (no band less than 6.0)
iBT (internet-based) TOEFL 90 with a score of 21 in writing
iBT (home-based) TOEFL 90 with a score of 21 in writing
Tuition
NZD
23,933