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University of Lincoln: Social Policy
Institution | University of Lincoln View institution profile |
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Department | School of Social and Political Sciences |
Web | https://www.lincoln.ac.uk |
enquiries@lincoln.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 01522 886644 |
Study type | Research |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
The active social policy research base in the School ensures that staff who teach on this programme are involved in current social policy debates and that students are made aware of new developments and issues in the area; each research student has an approved programme of research, supported by appropriate original research training. This programme is supported by an interdisciplinary team of experienced research supervisors who have long-standing links to industry, government, research organisations and the voluntary sector.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | MPhil: First or upper second class honours degree or Master’s degree. PhD: Master’s degree with a research component. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15000 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Social policy is concerned with how society provides for human needs and responds to social problems such as poverty, inequality, unemployment and crime. It focuses on the responses offered by a range of social actors including government, civil society, families, the market, the voluntary and third sectors.
Postgraduate research in the School of Social and Political Sciences is informed by the expertise of its team of academics, who have long-standing links to government, research organisations, and the voluntary sector.
Opportunities for research are available across a range of topics in social and political sciences. Current students' research projects in the field of sociology include:
- Family Welfare Policy
- Covid-19 Socio-economic Shocks on Vulnerable Groups in Nigeria
- Female Labour Migration and Domestic Work in Lincolnshire
- Reducing Conflict in the Family Courts System
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | First or upper second-class honours degree or Master's degree. Applicants for a research degree programme may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process. Prospective applicants are also invited to contact the School to discuss their proposed research project in advance of submitting an application. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The active social policy research base in the School ensures that staff who teach on this programme are involved in current social policy debates and that students are made aware of new developments and issues in the area; each research student has an approved programme of research, supported by appropriate original research training. This programme is supported by an interdisciplinary team of experienced research supervisors who have long-standing links to industry, government, research organisations and the voluntary sector.
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | MPhil: First or upper second class honours degree or Master’s degree. PhD: Master’s degree with a research component. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7500 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Social policy is concerned with how society provides for human needs and responds to social problems such as poverty, inequality, unemployment and crime. It focuses on the responses offered by a range of social actors including government, civil society, families, the market, the voluntary and third sectors.
Postgraduate research in the School of Social and Political Sciences is informed by the expertise of its team of academics, who have long-standing links to government, research organisations, and the voluntary sector.
Opportunities for research are available across a range of topics in social and political sciences. Current students' research projects in the field of sociology include:
- Family Welfare Policy
- Covid-19 Socio-economic Shocks on Vulnerable Groups in Nigeria
- Female Labour Migration and Domestic Work in Lincolnshire
- Reducing Conflict in the Family Courts System
Level | RQF Level 8 |
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Entry requirements | First or upper second-class honours degree or Master's degree. Applicants for a research degree programme may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process. Prospective applicants are also invited to contact the School to discuss their proposed research project in advance of submitting an application. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7950 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
Summary
Social policy is concerned with how society provides for human needs and responds to social problems such as poverty, inequality, unemployment and crime. It focuses on the responses offered by a range of social actors including government, civil society, families, the market, the voluntary and third sectors.
Postgraduate research in the School of Social and Political Sciences is informed by the expertise of its team of academics, who have long-standing links to government, research organisations, and the voluntary sector.
Opportunities for research are available across a range of topics in social and political sciences. Current students' research projects in the field of sociology include:
- Family Welfare Policy
- Covid-19 Socio-economic Shocks on Vulnerable Groups in Nigeria
- Female Labour Migration and Domestic Work in Lincolnshire
- Reducing Conflict in the Family Courts System
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | First or upper second-class honours degree or Master's degree. Applicants for a research degree programme may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process. Prospective applicants are also invited to contact the School to discuss their proposed research project in advance of submitting an application. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 15900 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4830 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The active social policy research base in the School ensures that staff who teach on this programme are involved in current social policy debates and that students are made aware of new developments and issues in the area; each research student has an approved programme of research, supported by appropriate original research training. This programme is supported by an interdisciplinary team of experienced research supervisors who have long-standing links to industry, government, research organisations and the voluntary sector.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
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Entry requirements | MPhil: First or upper second class honours degree or Master’s degree. PhD: Master’s degree with a research component. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 16700 GBP for Year 1 |
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England | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 4668 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Social policy is concerned with how society provides for human needs and responds to social problems such as poverty, inequality, unemployment and crime. It focuses on the responses offered by a range of social actors including government, civil society, families, the market, the voluntary and third sectors.
Postgraduate research in the School of Social and Political Sciences is informed by the expertise of its team of academics, who have long-standing links to government, research organisations, and the voluntary sector.
Opportunities for research are available across a range of topics in social and political sciences. Current students' research projects in the field of sociology include:
- Family Welfare Policy
- Covid-19 Socio-economic Shocks on Vulnerable Groups in Nigeria
- Female Labour Migration and Domestic Work in Lincolnshire
- Reducing Conflict in the Family Courts System
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | First or upper second-class honours degree or Master's degree. Applicants for a research degree programme may be invited for an interview as part of the selection process. Prospective applicants are also invited to contact the School to discuss their proposed research project in advance of submitting an application. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 7950 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2415 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
The active social policy research base in the School ensures that staff who teach on this programme are involved in current social policy debates and that students are made aware of new developments and issues in the area; each research student has an approved programme of research, supported by appropriate original research training. This programme is supported by an interdisciplinary team of experienced research supervisors who have long-standing links to industry, government, research organisations and the voluntary sector.
Level | RQF Level 7 |
---|---|
Entry requirements | MPhil: First or upper second class honours degree or Master’s degree. PhD: Master’s degree with a research component. |
Location | Lincoln (Main Site) Brayford Pool Lincoln LN6 7TS |
Fees
International | 8350 GBP for Year 1 |
---|---|
England | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Scotland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Wales | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | 2344 GBP for Year 1 |
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