Social Policy MA

Course overview

MA examining social policy, welfare and public-service issues through advanced study and research.

Course details

Degree level

Master's

Subject

Social Sciences

Duration

1 year full-time

Intake

January 2027

Tuition fee

£19,000 / yearUniversity fee information (opens in a new tab)

Initial deposit

£8,000

City

Bangor

Country

Wales

Campus

Bangor

Official course page

https://www.bangor.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate-taught/social-policy-ma

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English Language Requirements

Main English Requirements

Alternative English Requirements

Only the tests listed here are shown as accepted for this course.

Entry requirements

For applicants from Pakistan

• 4-year Bachelor degree OR 2-year Bachelor + 2-year Master with 60% or CGPA 2.7+. Mature applicants considered case-by-case; course-specific requirements apply.

General entry requirements

Relevant undergraduate degree normally 2(ii) or equivalent; professional qualifications/experience may be considered.

Scholarships & discounts

International Scholarship: £4,000 minimum UG / £6,000 PG; Dean's Scholarship: £6,000; Vice-Chancellor Scholarship: £10,000. VC Jan 2027 deadline: 11 Dec 2026. Scholarships subject to eligibility and cannot generally be combined.

Pre-CAS interview

Required

Yes — a Pre-CAS / credibility interview is part of the process

Stage

After the initial deposit is paid

Format

Recorded interview

Deposit

£1,000

Course modules

• Social policy, welfare/public services, research and dissertation study.