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15.7k Master's degrees in Social Sciences
Exploring Social Sciences programmes can be a rewarding venture for international students. With tuition fees ranging from €1,981 to €47,160, there's a diverse array of options to suit various budgets. The typical tuition fee, represented by the €19,716, offers a good benchmark for what to expect. Moreover, 7% of programmes are considered affordable, making higher education accessible to a broader audience. For those preferring flexibility, 17% of Social Sciences programmes are available online, catering to different learning preferences and schedules.
Behavior Analysis
At Lindenwood University, the School of Education offers an MA in Behavior Analysis. Behavior analysis is the science of systematically improving behaviors of shared importance to society.
Political Science
The Political Science degree at American University Washington DC prepares you to compete and lead in the political arena—on Capitol Hill, in political campaigns, and in non-profits, think tanks, or consulting firms. You’ll build your expertise in campaign management, public affairs advocacy, and analysis of the political process.
Governance and Development
The new Governance and Development curriculum from BRAC University focuses on goals for better governance, key challenges and success factors of reform and policymaking with analyses of real-life examples, and action steps for improving both people’s participation and institutional capacity building.
Anthropology
The Master of Arts program in Anthropology at California State University Sacramento is designed for students who plan to continue their graduate studies in Anthropology at the Ph.D. level as well as for students who plan to pursue any of the numerous opportunities for graduate anthropologists, such as in private research, private foundations, Foreign Service, education, and government.
English and Anglo-American Studies
The English and Anglo-American Studies program of the Sapienza University of Rome is addressed to native English students, or L2 English speakers (national or international).
Understanding Domestic and Sexual Violence
The Understanding Domestic and Sexual Violence course and the CPD modules from University of Worcester will also focus on the recognition and responses to violence and its impact, in addition to risk assessment and working with perpetrators of abuse.
Psychology of Education
The MSc Psychology of Education from Walbrook Institute London is a psychology conversion degree designed with the intention of seeking BPS accreditation.
Economics
Economics from University of Manitoba has two streams in the graduate program: Economics and Econometrics, which places greater emphasis on theory (micro and macro), mathematics and statistical methods, and Economics and Society, which places greater emphasis on how the distribution of wealth and power affects the socioeconomic and physical environment.
Communication
This master of arts in Communication program at Fairfield University fosters these skills by emphasizing theory, research, and application to examine the ways people communicate.
Appalachian Studies
The Appalachian Studies programme at Appalachian State University offers a comprehensive exploration of the region's history and culture. This full-time degree provides students with an interdisciplinary perspective on Area and Cultural Studies. The curriculum is designed to foster a deep understanding of the local heritage.

Maori and Indigenous Studies (Thesis)
The Maori and Indigenous Studies (Thesis) course from University of Canterbury offers you the opportunity to research a broad subject that explores the culture, knowledge, and philosophies of Māori and Indigenous peoples, and their economic, political, and social experiences.
Politics
The M.A. in Politics from the Catholic University of America offers concentrations in Political Theory, World Politics, and American Government. Class sizes are small--generally under ten students per course--and feature traditional seminar-style environments and close working relationships with Politics Department faculty.
Education Policy and Planning
At the Education Policy and Planning MEd program from University of Texas at Austin, students gain a theoretical foundation in policy implementation, politics, school law, poverty and educational policy, and critical policy analysis.
Ancient Near Eastern Studies
The master of Ancient Near Eastern Studies at University of South Africa (UNISA) offers high-quality general academic and career-focused distance education tuition in the arts, humanities, social sciences, religion and theology.
Economic Crime Management
The groundbreaking Master of Science in Economic Crime Management from HELP University is the first programme of its kind in Asia-Pacific that recently earned full accreditation from FAA.
Geographic Information Science
The Master of Science in Geographic Information Science (M.Sc.) at the University at Albany offers a comprehensive two-year programme. This course is available both online and on campus, equipping students with advanced skills in mapping technologies and spatial analysis essential for various professional pathways.
Global Studies
Make a global impact in international development, security, humanitarian emergencies and sustainability with the Global Studies degree from RMIT University.
Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology - Dual Track
This program from Barry University can be tailored to your professional goals with a Sport, Exercise, and Performance Psychology - Dual Track track.

English Literature
Through this English Literature course from Lancaster University you will be guided throughout by a focus on the themes of world, spirit, body and place.
Legislative Affairs
The Legislative Affairs programme at George Washington University offers a comprehensive master level education. This public study mode course provides students with deep insights into political processes and public law. Designed for professionals, the curriculum ensures a robust understanding of legislative environments.