MA Global Social Policy

Institution University of Sheffield
Method At the institution
Location Sheffield
Type Masters
Course fee By request

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MA Global Social Policy

Objectives The course offers a general education in research methodology, specific knowledge of different areas of global social policy, and the process of implementing and evaluating global social policy. Students should acquire the following skills: Assess critically comparative policy research, policy transfer research and practice, and the aid and policy dissemination policies of international organisations (IOs) Act as a beginning international social policy consultant in a chosen field Undertake research into the international policy making process Undertake policy analysis work for international organisations or international NGOs and other agencies
Entry requirements Entry Requirements A good honours degree in a relevant discipline or an equivalent recognised qualification. We will also recognise experience working in policy, for an international organisation, or for a non-governmental organisation. A relevant language qualification for students whose first language is not English (e.g. IELTS 6.5 or above, TOEFL 600 or above.)
Academic title MA Global Social Policy
Course description Course Content

Two (F/T) or four (P/T) taught semesters, including a year-long module in Analysis, Research, practice and Evaluation, the second semester of which is online. Students may also elect to do a placement in an international organisation or an international non-governmental organisation.

Core modules

-Global Social Problems
-Global Social Policy
-The Political Economy of Global Social Policy
-Global Social Policy Analysis, Research, Practice and Evaluation (one academic year, including a term of online learning)
-Qualitative Methods
-Quantitative Methods
-Dissertation

Optional Modules

-International Crime Prevention
-Global Health Policy
-Two other optional modules
-Teaching
-Lectures
-Seminars
-On-site guest lectures
-Potential onsite visits to international organisations and non-governmental organisations

Assessment
-Coursework
-Individual assignments, including essays
-Group projects
-Dissertation based on placement or library research