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Transform Your Career with Advanced Social Sciences Postgraduate Degrees
Designed for ambitious students who want to think critically, lead confidently, and make an impact in an increasingly complex world, Buckingham’s postgraduate Social Sciences programmes offer a rigorous, future-focused education designed for global careers and advanced research. Our programmes combine academic rigour with real-world relevance, offering an intellectually stimulating environment alongside strong career outcomes.
Award-Winning Teaching and Student Experience
- 1st Teaching - National Student Survey 2025
- 1st for Academic Support - National Student Survey 2025
- 2nd in Learning Opportunities - National Student Survey 2025
- 4th Place for Economics - National Student Survey 2025
- Top 10 in the UK for Graduate Prospects (Outcomes) - Complete University Guide
- Winner: Postgraduate in South-East England - Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025
- Winner: Lecturers and Teaching Quality in South-East England - Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025
- Winner: Student Support in South-East England - Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2025
Our Social Sciences Subject Areas
We offer a wide and intellectually rich portfolio of postgraduate programmes across:
- Economics – applied analysis, policy, and economic reasoning
- International Studies – global governance, diplomacy, and international affairs
- Politics – political theory, policy analysis, and contemporary governance
- Philosophy – ethics, critical reasoning, and foundational thinking
- Security and Intelligence – strategic studies, risk, and global security challenges
Whether you are seeking advanced professional skills or preparing for doctoral research, our programmes encourage interdisciplinary thinking and real-world application.
Why Choose Buckingham?
1. Employability and Career Outcomes
Buckingham’s postgraduate courses are designed to enhance employability and leadership potential. You will develop the ability to make high-quality decisions, analyse organisations and systems, lead others, and communicate effectively in professional and academic settings.
Our graduates go on to careers across government, international organisations, policy and research institutions, NGOs, business, and academia - equipped with the analytical and transferable skills employers value most.
2. Small-Group Teaching & Expert Faculty with Industry Experience
Learning is enhanced through intimate group teaching, international field trips, specialist research centres - including economics and United Nations-focused institutes - and study at Buckingham’s Centre for Security and Intelligence Studies (BUCSIS). With strong links to industry, policy institutions and government, our postgraduate Social Sciences degrees prepare you for careers in public policy, international organisations, security, research and beyond.
Our research-active faculty, high-profile visiting academics and practitioners ensure teaching is informed by real-world insight and contemporary global challenges. Flexible, interdisciplinary study options allow you to tailor your programme to your interests while developing highly sought-after skills in critical analysis, decision-making, leadership and communication.
3. A Powerful Alumni Network
Buckingham Business alumni have gone on to remarkable careers, from Vice-President of Ghana, to being featured on the cover of Forbes at 25, to becoming entrepreneurs in finance, fashion and media, and senior leaders in global consulting and capital firms. As a Buckingham graduate, you join an esteemed and influential alumni community.
4. Small-Town Charm. Big-City Access.
Enjoy the calm, community feel of an idyllic riverside campus, with the energy of Oxford, Cambridge and Milton Keynes all within easy reach. It’s the perfect balance for postgraduate, mature and international students who want focus without feeling disconnected. Buckingham’s town centre is also just a short walk away, with weekly street markets, cafés, bars, restaurants and independent shops, while Buckingham campus offers an activity Students’ Union with various societies and a recently refurbished Business faculty building complete with modern study areas, breakout spaces and a football table to unwind and relax.
See what our students have to say
“Completing both my masters and bachelor's degrees in three years has not only put me a year ahead of others, but has also opened up an abundance of graduate prospects for me.” - MA Security, Intelligence and Diplomacy and BA International Relations Graduate
“Throughout the course, I was encouraged to engage critically with contemporary global security challenges from both academic and practical perspectives. The quality of teaching was exceptionally high. The programme combined strong theoretical foundations with applied learning through case studies, simulations, and policy-focused discussions, ensuring that the content remained relevant to real-world security, intelligence, and diplomatic practice.” - MA Security, Intelligence and Diplomacy Graduate
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How to apply
Simply visit your chosen course page and apply through our online application portal, where you can upload your academic transcripts, certificates and supporting documents securely.
Our friendly and experienced team is on hand to support you at every stage of the process, from initial questions to submitting your application. If you’d like guidance or advice, email them at info@buckingham.ac.uk
Choose Buckingham for a postgraduate social science degree that combines outstanding teaching, practical assessment, and strong career outcomes.
Contact
The University of Buckingham
Hunter Street, Buckingham, MK18 1EG, United Kingdom
+44 (0)1280 814080
info@buckingham.ac.uk
The University of Buckingham Website
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