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    Power, Participation and Social Change MA

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    Brighton, GBMAIn-person1 year
    £23,500.00
    Tuition
    over 12mo
    61%
    Acceptance
    of applicants
    180
    Credits

    Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex is a 180-credit, 1-year, in-person MA program based in Brighton, GB. Tuition is £23,500.

    About the program

    The program covers power relations, participation, citizen engagement, and facilitation of change processes for social justice. It includes core modules on power and social perspectives, foundations of participation and social change, and a four-month work-based action learning component.

    Focus: both
    QS Development Studies: 1st (University of Sussex/IDS)
    Part-time option

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    Post-study work rights

    2 years Graduate Route (UK)

    $13,632.00
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    Prerequisites

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    Frequently asked questions

    How much does Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex cost?
    The total estimated tuition for Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex is £23,500 across 180 required credits.
    Is Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex online or in-person?
    Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex is offered in-person.
    How long does Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex take to complete?
    Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex is structured around 1 year and 180 credits.
    What GPA is required for Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex?
    Per the program's published guidance: upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree
    How competitive is Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex?
    Power, Participation and Social Change MA at University of Sussex reports an acceptance rate of approximately 61%.