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  Power, Participation and Social Change - MA


University of Sussex    Institute of Development Studies

Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full time, 2 years part time
Politics & Government (30) Sociology (33)

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Are you passionate about creating positive social change? The Power, Participation and Social Change MA programme at the Institute of Development Studies (IDS) is designed for aspiring and experienced development practitioners, social activists, and professionals. This programme will equip you with the knowledge and skills to tackle the challenges of achieving social justice in our rapidly changing world. You'll explore the concepts of power and participation and learn different approaches to social change. With options to tailor your course to your interests, you'll gain a solid foundation in core modules and have the opportunity to choose from a range of exciting options. Join us and make a difference! To apply, you should have an upper second-class (2.1) honours degree in a social sciences or related subject, or relevant professional qualifications or experience.

About the course

Achieving social justice in our rapidly changing and increasingly unequal world is a major challenge. On this MA, you'll tackle this challenge so you can contribute to positive change.

With our support, you'll learn to articulate your understanding of power and participation. You'll have the opportunity to connect what you learn to what interests you most in the social change arena.

This MA is for you if you’re an aspiring or experienced development practitioner, social activist or professional with some background in social change action through work volunteering or activism.

During your studies, you'll gain skills, develop ideas and learn methods that help you to:

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Entry Requirements

You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above.

Your qualification should be in the social sciences or a related subject. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.




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