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Develop the expertise to recognize crucial societal issues and evaluate policies designed to tackle them through this multidisciplinary Masters program. Opt for a work placement during your Major Project, with guidance from faculty and the Career Services team. Pursue your studies in Cambridge, a center for social welfare and policy discussions, evident through numerous networks and events like the Festival of Ideas and Festival of Being Human. Benefit from instruction by a Course Leader with specialized knowledge in international research and education.
Focusing on social welfare and policy enables you to address vital aspects of daily life, such as education, housing, healthcare, and criminal justice, equipping you with the tools to create meaningful change at local, national, and global scales.
This program prepares you for diverse roles in NGOs, including charities, community groups, social enterprises, and nonprofit organizations, as well as government or academic settings. Throughout the Masters, you'll examine these topics and more, comparing policy approaches across nations and drawing insights from fields like politics, criminology, and psychology.
Students from all backgrounds share a passion for enhancing their communities by advancing human rights and quality of life. This could involve transforming societal approaches to gender equity, prisoner rehabilitation, childhood education, environmental conservation, and other pressing concerns.