Comments about MA Global Social Policy - At the institution - Sheffield - South Yorkshire
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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
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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.)
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Academic title
MA Global Social Policy
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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
