PostgraduateFull-time

Social Policy

University of StrathclydeGlasgow, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
12 months full-time; 24 months part-time 1st in Scotland for Social Policy (Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide 2023) Study with us offers the op
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Social Work
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 6

At a glance

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Overview

This course offers you the opportunity to develop and extend your knowledge and understanding of key social policy issues together with advanced training in research methods.

Entry requirements

Degree2nd class · Subjects: Social Policy · or above

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

You're required to have a suitable minimum level of competency in the English language if your first language is not English or if you have not been educated wholly or mainly in the medium of English. For postgraduate studies, the University of Strathclyde requires a minimum overall score of IELTS 6.5 ( with no score below 6.0 ) or equivalent. Tests are valid for two years. Pre-sessional courses i

Fees

International students: £24,950 a year (2027/28, from the university's page, checked 31 October 2026)

UK students: £10,100

Start dates

September

Application deadline

No formal closing date for postgraduate taught applications — apply as early as possible. Check course page for specific deadlines.

Campus

  • Glasgow, United Kingdom

If you studied in United States

178 countries

Postgraduate Taught

Academic

A minimum GPA of 3.0 or above on a 4.0 scale. Some courses may accept a lower GPA and will take into consideration your supporting documents. Please contact us if you are in any doubt. Applications are made directly to Strathclyde through the course web page for postgraduate study. If you wish to apply for a research degree you'd normally have to have a Masters degree and some experience of research work.

English language

IELTS (Academic) 6.5 overall (no individual band less than 5.5) | Faculty of Science: IELTS (Academic) 6.0 overall (no individual band less than 5.5) | Faculty of Engineering | Faculty of Science

From University of Strathclyde's published requirements for students from United States. Your counsellor confirms what applies to you.

Scholarships at University of Strathclyde

17 for this level
  • Faculty of Engineering International Scholarship for Masters Study£6,000.00 (US$ 7,749)
  • Faculty of Engineering: Dean’s International Excellence Award for Masters Study£9,000.00 (US$ 11,623) - £12,000.00 (US$
  • Faculty of Science International Excellence Scholarship for Postgraduate Taught Masters Students£7,000.00 (US$ 9,040) - £8,000.00 (US$ 1
  • Faculty of Science International Masters Scholarship£6,000.00 (US$ 7,749)
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TuitionGBP 24,950
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 40,336

The health surcharge is paid for the whole visa when you apply; one year is counted here. Figures as gov.uk showed them on 24 October 2026.

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Where you will study

Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom

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