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University of Salford: Enabling Social Change
| Institution | University of Salford |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Health and Society |
| Web | http://www.salford.ac.uk |
| enquiries@salford.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0161 295 4545 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This course adopts an innovative approach to examining the changing dynamics of social policy and social change. It draws on the strengths of the Social Sciences, where staff are engaged in researching issues of poverty, inequality, and exploitation.
You will: - Develop an advanced understanding of how change happens, explore the changing zeitgeist, and understand the dynamic nature of social transformation.
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Explore the power of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
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Learn about the forces and actors that shape social change by getting to know the work of public sector organizations (including universities), community groups, think tanks, political parties, and lobby/campaign/activist groups.
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Examine real-life examples of social change from the UK and internationally, including topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, (food) poverty, (un)employment, homelessness, and issues of charity/aid.
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Gain a deep understanding of theories of social change, and how they relate to the current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism.
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Develop practical skills that will help you apply your knowledge, make an impact in the field of social policy, and enhance your research and practice skills.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This course adopts an innovative approach to examining the changing dynamics of social policy and social change. It draws on the strengths of the Social Sciences, where staff are engaged in researching issues of poverty, inequality, and exploitation.
You will: - Develop an advanced understanding of how change happens, explore the changing zeitgeist, and understand the dynamic nature of social transformation.
-
Explore the power of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
-
Learn about the forces and actors that shape social change by getting to know the work of public sector organizations (including universities), community groups, think tanks, political parties, and lobby/campaign/activist groups.
-
Examine real-life examples of social change from the UK and internationally, including topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, (food) poverty, (un)employment, homelessness, and issues of charity/aid.
-
Gain a deep understanding of theories of social change, and how they relate to the current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism.
-
Develop practical skills that will help you apply your knowledge, make an impact in the field of social policy, and enhance your research and practice skills.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
Summary
This course offers an innovative approach to understanding social policy and social change, drawing on the strengths of the social sciences. Staff engaged in research on poverty, inequality, and exploitation contribute to its development. It is designed for professionals in the public and third sectors as well as graduates of social science and related fields.
The programme will help you develop an advanced understanding of how social change occurs, exploring the evolving zeitgeist and the dynamic nature of social transformation. You’ll investigate the impact of public unrest and state responses to demands for policy change.
You will also learn about the forces and actors that drive social change, including public sector organisations, community groups, think tanks, political parties, and activist groups. Real-life examples of social change, both from the UK and internationally, will be examined, covering topics such as deep-rooted social inequality, universal basic income, food poverty, unemployment, homelessness, and charity/aid issues.
Additionally, the course will provide you with insight into theories of social change and their relevance to current debates on politics, populism, globalisation, and neoliberalism. Practical skills will be developed to help you apply your knowledge effectively in the field of social policy, enhancing your research and practice skills.
Structured around three core modules, this course is a key component of a suite of social science postgraduate programmes aimed at preparing you to be a critical and analytical actor in an evolving social world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
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