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64 Master's degrees offered by the university
Political Science - Philosophy and Political Theory
Throughout Political Science - Philosophy and Political Theory course from The University of Manchester you’ll develop skills in research, critical enquiry and creative thinking, preparing you for a stimulating and worthwhile career.
Human Rights - Political Science (Standard Route)
The MA Human Rights - Political Science (Standard Route) course from The University of Manchester is designed for students that want to enter careers in fields related to government and non-governmental organisations, as well as teaching, journalism or any career where advanced knowledge of human rights coupled with an advanced capacity to communicate effectively will be an advantage.
Political Science - Political Theory Pathway (Research Route)
Politics takes thought. By studying this Political Science - Political Theory Pathway (Research Route) programme at The University of Manchester, you'll learn how to ethically evaluate the shape of society and how it distributes rights, power and resources.
Health Psychology
On successful completion of a BPS-accredited MSc in Health Psychology from The University of Manchester, students who hold BPS Graduate Basis for Chartership can continue to Stage 2 training to become Chartered Psychologists with the BPS and to become registered with the Health and Care Professions Council (HCPC) as Registered Health Psychologists.
International Political Economy (Standard)
The International Political Economy (Standard) course from The University of Manchester you’ll learn about pressing global issues like world poverty, gender and environmental degradation.
Political Science - Governance and Public Policy Pathway (Standard Route)
Study the Political Science - Governance and Public Policy Pathway (Standard Route) course from The University of Manchester and explore some of the key political science and public policy issues of the 21st century.
Gender, Sexuality and Culture
The innovative and highly interdisciplinary MA Gender, Sexuality and Culture master's course from The University of Manchester is designed specifically for students interested in investigating gender and sexuality within culture.
Communications and Signal Processing with Extended Research
The Communications and Signal Processing with Extended Research course from The University of Manchester delivers a thorough, methodical and wide-ranging education in communication, signal processing and microwave engineering.
Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Standard Route)
The University of Manchester offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Standard Route), designed for full-time study over one year. This programme provides an in-depth exploration of political systems, governance, and electoral processes, equipping students with essential analytical skills for careers in various sectors.
Peace and Conflict Studies
This interdisciplinary MA Peace and Conflict Studies course from The University of Manchester explores the processes through which actors have attempted to define and build peace in areas affected by war and violence, particularly since the end of the Cold War
Social Anthropology
The objective of this MA Social Anthropology course from The University of Manchester is to communicate an anthropologically-informed understanding of social life in both Western and non-Western societies.
International Political Economy (Research)
The International Political Economy (Research) course from The University of Manchester you’ll learn about pressing global issues like world poverty, gender and environmental degradation.
Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Standard Route)
The MA in Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Standard Route) course from The University of Manchester will appeal particularly to you if you have an interest in the political, legal and ethical issues that arise from widespread human rights violations globally.
Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Research Route)
The MA in Human Rights - Law or Political Science Pathway (Research Route) from The University of Manchester focuses on the pressing questions of human rights. Can there be space for human rights in world affairs? Who is responsible for the protection of human rights in world politics?
Financial Economics
The MSc in Financial Economics at The University of Manchester is a one-year, full-time programme designed to equip students with advanced skills in financial markets. This course offers a comprehensive curriculum that combines economics and finance, preparing graduates for various roles in the financial sector.
Sociological Research
This Sociological Research programme offered at The University of Manchester aims to educate and train you to give you the requisite skills and knowledge to become an effective, professional sociological researcher.
Political Science - Governance and Public Policy Pathway (Research Route)
In the Political Science - Governance and Public Policy Pathway (Research Route) course from The University of Manchester you’ll develop skills in critical inquiry, research design, creative thinking and problem-solving. At the point of completion, you’ll be well placed to undertake doctoral research or pursue a career in a great number of similar fields.
Social Research Methods and Statistics
The MSc in Social Research Methods and Statistics at The University of Manchester offers comprehensive training in advanced quantitative techniques. This full-time, one-year programme equips students with essential skills in applied statistics and data analysis, preparing them for diverse career paths in social research.
Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Research Route)
Democracy should not be taken for granted. On the Political Science - Democracy and Elections (Research Route) master’s course at The University of Manchester, you’ll learn to think creatively about how to enhance its effectiveness and engage the electorate.
International Development-Public Policy and Management
The MSc International Development-Public Policy and Management course from The University of Manchester: Public Policy and Management seeks to provide an interdisciplinary training and education that will enable policymakers, economists, planners, managers and researchers to be fully conversant with current issues of public policy and management, in an international development setting.