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University of the West of Scotland: Applied Social Science
Institution | University of the West of Scotland |
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Department | Education and Social Sciences |
Web | http://www.uws.ac.uk |
ask@uws.ac.uk | |
Telephone | 0800 027 1000 |
Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
**The MSc Applied Social Science will enable students to develop an understanding and applied experience of researching a number of contemporary and international issues across the areas of criminology, politics, social justice, policy analysis, public governance and administration. It is delivered by an international team of leading experts.**
This programme introduces students to the social and political contexts within which social science research is currently being undertaken and the uses to which social research might be put across the areas of international politics, criminal justice, social policy, public governance and administration.
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | You should hold a relevant Honours degree at 2:2 or above in any of the subjects below: Any social science If you are an overseas student then you must also meet UWS English language requirements. |
Location | Paisley Campus High Street Paisley PA1 2BE |
Summary
**The MSc Applied Social Science will enable students to develop an understanding and applied experience of researching a number of contemporary and international issues across the areas of criminology, politics, social justice, policy analysis, public governance and administration. It is delivered by an international team of leading experts.**
This programme introduces students to the social and political contexts within which social science research is currently being undertaken and the uses to which social research might be put across the areas of international politics, criminal justice, social policy, public governance and administration.
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | You should hold a relevant Honours degree at 2:2 or above in any of the subjects below: Any social science If you are an overseas student then you must also meet UWS English language requirements. |
Location | Paisley Campus High Street Paisley PA1 2BE |
Summary
Study your MSc in Applied Social Science at University of the West of Scotland (UWS) at our Paisley and Hamilton campuses, as well as online. In an era of rapid social change, with the on-going restructuring of public services there is a high demand for qualified graduates with the necessary skills to research and understand the social world. The MSc in Applied Social Science provides students with these skills. Students can study for a generic MSc Applied Social Science or specialise in Applied Psychology, Civil Society and Public Affairs, Criminal Justice, or Global Social Work and Social Policy.
Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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Entry requirements | You should hold a relevant Honours degree at 2:2 or above in any of the subjects below: Any social science If you are an overseas student then you must also meet UWS English language requirements. |
Location | Paisley Campus High Street Paisley PA1 2BE |
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