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    Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA

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    London, GBMAHybrid1 year
    £35,400.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    51%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits
    £90.00
    App fee

    Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL is a 180-credit, 1-year, hybrid MA program based in London, GB. Tuition is £35,400.

    About the program

    Explores research and theories on the politics of children and childhood, including children’s rights in conflict and migration, digital technologies' impact, and effects of austerity and inequality. Considers challenging dominant constructions of childhood for social justice.

    Focus: coursework
    20 (QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024: Sociology)
    Part-time option

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    Deadlines

    Fall 2026
    Jun 26, 2026

    Standardized tests

    TOEFL
    required
    Min Overall score of 92 with 24/30 in reading and writing and 20/30 in speaking and listening.
    IELTS
    required
    Min Overall score of 7.5 with a minimum of 7.0 in each component.

    After the program

    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    £17,000.00
    Annual living cost

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    Prerequisites

    Specific coursework this program expects you to have completed: calculus, linear algebra, programming, statistics, and subject-specific prerequisites where applicable.

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL is £35,400 across 180 required credits.
    Is Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL online or in-person?
    Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL is offered hybrid.
    How long does Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL take to complete?
    Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL?
    Per the program's published guidance: Upper second-class Bachelors' degree
    How competitive is Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL?
    Sociology of Childhood and Children's Rights MA at UCL reports an acceptance rate of approximately 51%.