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  MA / PDip / PCert - Philanthropic Studies (Distance Learning)


Part time September MA, PGDip, PGCert 2 Years Part Time 19 January 2026 15 September 2025
Politics & Government (30) Social Work (32) Sociology (33)

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This programme is the UK’s first Master's in Philanthropic Studies. It is an innovative online course that builds on our expertise and teaching in civil society, fundraising, philanthropy, the third sector and

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Entry Requirements

Applicants will normally have a minimum requirement of a 2:1 honours degree or higher in a social science or related subject.
Applicants with good degrees in other subjects and experience working or volunteering in the philanthropic or charitable sectors will also be considered.
In exceptional circumstances we will consider students with lower grade honours degrees if they can demonstrate significant experience working or volunteering in the philanthropic or charitable sectors.

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.


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