MA Social Policy in Bangor United Kingdom | Bangor University

Studying social policy has never been more compelling. Our rapidly evolving world faces significant political, economic, and technological shifts that affect all aspects of life. This MA in Social Policy examines critical contemporary themes including poverty disparities, welfare systems, economic instability, democratic processes, government roles, technological automation, work-life balance, and global migration patterns. You'll analyze policy frameworks across different societies through comparative studies.
The curriculum delves into social theories, contemporary challenges, and research methodologies central to social policy and sociology. Emphasis is placed on ethical considerations in policy-making, alongside specialized research training. For your dissertation, you'll pursue an in-depth research project tailored to your interests with guidance from experienced faculty.

Career Prospects
Graduates typically find opportunities in welfare and healthcare sectors, though many also enter various public service roles. Pursuing a PhD can lead to academic careers in teaching and research. Additionally, this social science degree provides diverse career paths in political analysis, media, corporate social responsibility, and social entrepreneurship.

Program Duration: MA - 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time; Diploma - 30 weeks full-time. Flexible start dates in both January and September.