Social Change

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The MSc in Social Change, Standard Pathway, is similar to the research route, but offers a stand-alone one-year degree programme.

Students will study Social Capital and Social Change, Methodology and Research Design (MARD), Data Analysis for Social Scientists, Qualitative Methods and several substantive modules from a list that includes such titles as:

- Race, Ethnicity and Community

- Citizenship and Identity

- Social Theory and Cultural Identity

- Social Movements

- Democracy: Theory and Practice

This degree will provide both quantitative and qualitative training. It is aimed at those wishing to study the links between new globalising forces (eg modernization; democratization) and other changes in the social and political character of societies.

Each masters student conducts a research dissertation project. These projects cover the comparative analysis of gradual social change in different countries or regions.

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Students will study Social Capital and Social Change, Methodology and Research Design (MARD), Data Analysis for Social Scientists, Qualitative Methods and several substantive modules from a list that includes such titles as:

* Race, Ethnicity and Community
* Citizenship and Identity
* Social Theory and Cultural Identity
* Social Movements
* Democracy: Theory and Practice

Each masters student conducts a research dissertation project. These projects cover the comparative analysis of gradual social change in different countries or regions.

Academic entry qualification overview: UK 2:1 (or overseas equivalent) in a Social Science subject for direct MA entry.UK 2:2 (or overseas equivalent) for Postgraduate Diploma Route entry (where available)English language: Applicants whose first language is not English must attain one of the following: IELTS - Overall 7, writing score 7TOEFL - Overall 623, TWE 5 (PBT)TOEFL - Overall 263, TWE 5 (CBT). This test is no longer available but results less than 2 years old can be submitted.TOEFL - Overall 100, with 25 in each of the 4 sections (IBT)Applicants with scores below our requirements may be eligible to attend one of our pre-sessional English courses. Duration will be confirmed when an official result has been received.Exemption to the requirements is at the discretion of the School. Applicants who have been taught and assessed in English on previous degrees may still be required to show proof of English proficiency via TOEFL/IELTS.TOEFL Certificates - please designate the University of Manchester as a recipient of your result. The code is 0757. Results must come directly from ETS (TOEFL).Test scores valid for 2 years. English Language Requirements CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 60 (Grade C)