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"Big social change defines the modern world... the question is how to minimise the very real costs" Robert D. Putnam Professor of Public Policy Visiting Professor, |
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Social ChangeMost countries are undergoing unprecedented social changes, driven by economic globalisation, democratisation and migration. The ethnic, religious and political character of countries is being transformed, challenging the fabric of civil society. |
MSc in Social ChangeA fully accredited, one-year graduate program that fosters understanding of the social and political processes driving social change, rigorously examining both the theory and evidence that inform debate and social policy. |
The Institute for Social ChangeISC offers an outstanding environment for postgraduate study. Sociological research at the University of Manchester was ranked joint first in the 2008 UK Research Assessment Exercise, producing the highest proportion of ‘world leading’ research of any UK institution. The School of Social Sciences’ teaching was rated as ‘excellent’ by the last Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) teaching assessment exercise.
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Rigorous training The course covers cutting-edge theories of socio-political change, and rigorously examines the empirical evidence to test competing theories. Course modules include:
Download the course handbook here The course is ideal training for those interested in a career in academic or policy research, or in policy development and local or national governance. The MSc in Social Change is an ideal foundation for applying for a fully-funded PhD scholarship from ISC(we are part of the ESRC’s North West Doctoral Training Centre.) In recent years our MSc graduates have been highly successful in securing these scholarships, which provide funding for students to pursue doctoral level research on a topic of their choosing. |
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Bursaries The Institute for Social Change (ISC) is offering up to three bursaries of £1,000 for outstanding applicants to the MSc in Social Change programme beginning the course in September 2012. Apply before April 30th 2012 to be considered for an “outstanding applicant” studentship worth £1,000 off the course fees. Applications received after this date will be considered for admission but not funding.
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The University of ManchesterWith 23 Nobel Prize winners among its students and staff since foundation in 1824, the university has just completed a £400-millon regeneration programme to build a campus for the 21st century. Located near the vibrant city centre, Manchester is the UK’s most popular university. Find out more about student life in Manchester. |
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Further Information To discuss whether the MSc in Social Change would be right for you, please contact the program director, Dr. Nick Shryane (+44 (0)161 275 0276) Detailed course information can be found here The Institute for Social Change
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Admissions and FeesThe MSc can be completed full-time (one year) or part-time (two years). Course fees are £5,000 for UK/EU students, £12,300 for others. Applicants for direct entry to the MSc should hold or expect to obtain a Bachelor’s degree in a Social Science subject (with good grades, e.g. UK 2:1, US GPA 3.3, Chinese GPA 2.8) and be able to demonstrate a good standard of spoken and written English. Candidates with lower grades (e.g. a UK 2:2) or without a social science background may initially be offered a place on the Postgraduate Diploma course, with upgrade to MSc possible after satisfactory progress. For admissions information, contact the postgraduate admissions officer, Zoe Woodend |
