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Sport and Performance Psychology
Striking a balance between psychological theories and the wider practitioner skills needed to apply them, the Sport and Performance Psychology course from The University of Edinburgh will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to critically appraise and apply scientific literature and to plan, conduct and share your own research.

Economic Policy
This Economic Policy course from SOAS University of London offers solid training in the fundamental principles of economic policy, grounding them in the evolution of economic theory and policy practice.

Chinese Studies and Intensive Language
Chinese Studies and Intensive Language from SOAS University of London provides an exceptional opportunity to take advantage of the wide range of disciplinary approaches to the study of Chinese societies available at SOAS.

Global Development Politics
Global Development Politics from University of York, learn to view development as a complex of practices, policies and possibilities.

Psychology (Conversion)
The Psychology (Conversion) course at Aston University is designed for graduates from other disciplines who want to transition into psychology. You’ll build a comprehensive foundation in psychological theory and research methods, guided by experienced academics, while working towards prestigious British Psychological Society (BPS) accreditation.

Social Policy
Develop in-depth knowledge and research skills in social policy. You’ll enhance your ability to identify insights from data using advanced analysis techniques with the Social Policy degree offered at University of Bath.
Brands, Communication and Culture
This unique Brands, Communication and Culture programme, offered by Goldsmiths, University of London, introduces you to the variety of ways in which brands are developed and used, and helps you to understand how the growth of branding – in business, but also in politics, government, sport and culture – has changed the societies we live in.

Arts and Social Sciences
Develop your own, flexible, study programme to reflect your intellectual and creative interests across the humanities and social sciences.
Criminology
The Criminology programme at York St John University will explore and challenge crime and the social inequalities that lie behind it.

Psychology Conversion
If you find yourself with a passion for better understanding human behaviour but didn't take a degree in Psychology, this Psychology Conversion programme at University of Kent is for you.

Research Methods in Psychology
Through the Research Methods in Psychology study delivered by the University of Plymouth you'll carve out your future career in psychological research or practice with instruction in the advanced theory and methods that underpin psychological science.

Global Literatures and Cultures
Within the Global Literatures and Cultures programme from The University of Exeter you'll develop a range of skills desired by employers including intercultural understanding, critical thinking, communication, and independent research.
German
The German programme of the University of Aberdeen is comprising research into German culture, its literature, language and film, society, history and the environment.
Empires, Colonialism and Globalisation
The Empires, Colonialism and Globalisation master's programme at the London School of Economics and Political Science offers a deep dive into imperial history. This full-time, 12-month course explores non-European perspectives on global power. Students engage with advanced research through a public study mode.
Political Economy of Europe in the World
The MSc Political Economy of Europe in the World at the London School of Economics and Political Science is a full-time, 12-month programme. This public study mode degree offers a multidisciplinary analysis of market-state relations, exploring how Europe’s economic models adapt within the emerging global order.

Gender and Human Rights
The Gender and Human Rights degree offered at Ulster University is the only postgraduate course dedicated to the study of gender and human rights.
Political Science - European Politics and Policy Pathway (Research Route)
Based in one of the UK’s strongest centres for the subject, the Political Science - European Politics and Policy Pathway (Research Route) at The University of Manchester studies the governance and policies of the European Union, and the impact on the domestic politics of member states, candidate countries and neighbours.

Psychology
A Psychology MRes at London South Bank University, by definition, is an original contribution to knowledge. A research degree is different from a taught course. Research students are expected to self-direct their learning with support from a supervisory team. The teaching and learning style at MRes level takes the form of 1:1 supervision, e-learning and workshops.
Heritage
Our MA Heritage at Canterbury Christ Church University offers a unique opportunity for those hoping to build a career in the heritage sector from the heart of a World Heritage Site.
Asian and International History
Explore a range of topics like imperialism and empire, the Cold War, military history, cultural history, and oral history from an Asian perspective. Learn more at the Asian and International History from London School of Economics and Political Science.