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3.8k Master's degrees in Social Sciences in United Kingdom

Poverty, Inequality and Development
The Poverty, Inequality and Development programme from University of Birmingham empowers you with critical insights and practical skills to drive meaningful change in the world of global development, preparing you for impactful leadership in NGOs, governmental agencies, and other international development organisations.
International Relations (Security Studies)
The MSc in International Relations (Security Studies) from Canterbury Christ Church University will help you tackle the ‘big issues’ in international politics with confidence and curiosity, equipping you for career paths in local, national, and international arenas thanks to innovative modules and a ‘calling card’ thesis.
Political Theory Research
The Political Theory Research from the University of Oxford is an intensive one-year research preparation master's degree. It is not a stand-alone course, but rather it is intended for students who would like to proceed directly to doctoral study at Oxford or elsewhere but who must first obtain the necessary research training in political theory.

Business Economics
Examine the most up-to-date analyses of business economics – at both firm and industry level – with the Business Economics degree offered at the University of Reading.
Biomolecular Archaeology
The unique one year taught Biomolecular Archaeology programme of the University of Aberdeen combines cutting-edge biomolecular research with archaeological and evolutionary approaches, taught across the fields of archaeology, biological and medical science.
Social Anthropology
The Social Anthropology programme of the University of Aberdeen allows you to study human societies and carry out research with cultural and critical awareness.
International Public Health
The focus of this International Public Health programme from Unicaf - Liverpool John Moores provides a broad-based understanding of health and its social and environmental determinants with a curriculum informed by key international strategies, the Sustainable Development Goals and the Social Determinants of Health.
Art History and Renaissance Culture
The Art History and Renaissance Culture programme from School of Advanced Study, University of London will help you gain an understanding of current methodological and theoretical approaches to art history rooted in the Renaissance and early modern period, and prepare for further postgraduate study with 60 credits towards a master's degree.
Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning)
The Advanced Child Protection programme from University of Kent is a distance learning programme which runs on a part-time basis for two years. It provides practitioners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take a child-centred approach to their practice and working life.
Social Research
This Social Research degree from Manchester Metropolitan University combines core units in research methods with option units across education, childhood and youth, social policy and social work. You’ll gain a broad understanding of social science thinking and practices.

International Development
The International Development programme offered by the University of Bristol is designed for current and aspiring practitioners and thinkers who shape, manage or critique policies addressing today’s global development challenges.

Public Policy and Public Management (Part Time)
On this Public Policy and Public Management (Part Time) programme at the University of East Anglia will help you develop an in-depth understanding of public policy and management at both national and international levels.

French
The Department of French is committed to research innovation and excellence in major aspects of French Studies. University of Bristol offers the French programme.

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
On this Cognitive Behavioural Therapy programme from University of Nottingham, you’ll learn how to support individuals and make a real difference to their mental health and wellbeing. You'll develop your knowledge and practice of Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and develop the skills you’ll need to work as a CBT (high-intensity) practitioner.
Global Cultures
Understand culture and understand people. Learn to break down barriers of gender, race, and identity and create more diversity and inclusion. Become part of the solution and help to make positive change to individuals, communities and in workplaces. Join the Global Cultures programme from King's College London.

Development Economics
The Development Economics MSc programme at the University of Nottingham uses modern economic analysis and empirical methods to explore theories, issues and evidence relating to developing countries. It focuses on the specific economic challenges of some of the poorest countries in the world and looks at the success and failure of different economies.

Social Anthropology
The Social Anthropology degree course offered by Brunel University of London will equip you with high quality training in anthropology and anthropological research, particularly if you are considering PhD study.
Behavioural Science
The Behavioural Science MSc course offered by Durham University is aimed at UK and international students who are seeking access to cutting-edge behavioural science research, advanced training in quantitative methods, and instruction in the application of behavioural science principles to everyday problems faced within the public, private, and third sectors.
Childhood, Youth and Family Studies
This Childhood, Youth and Family Studies at University of Bedfordshire course is aimed specifically for those wanting to work with young people in a variety of settings, giving you the skills and knowledge to pursue or develop your career in youth work.

Economics
This programme will equip you with the skills and knowledge to navigate and influence the complexities of economic policy challenges, such as AI, climate change, supply chain shocks, Covid-19 and Brexit.