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3.9k Master's degrees in Social Sciences in United Kingdom
African Studies and Anthropology (by research)
Join an internationally renowned department of African Studies and Anthropology and conduct anthropological research with a focus on communities in Africa or the African diaspora. Learn more at the African Studies and Anthropology (by research) programme from University of Birmingham.
Celtic Studies (Full-time)
Celtic Studies (Full-time) from The University of Wales Trinity Saint David is a unique distance-learning programme which offers students interested in Welsh and Celtic Studies the opportunity to study various aspects of the history, literature and cultural heritage of the Celtic regions in their own homes.

Criminology and Criminal Psychology
Explore the psychology of criminal behaviour and the social factors driving crime, preparing for impactful roles in justice, policy, and research in the Criminology and Criminal Psychology programme at University of Essex Online.

Archaeology (by research)
Throughout this Archaeology (by research) programme from University of Birmingham you will join an active department and research community conducting work across the globe.

English Literature with Black Humanities
This unique interdisciplinary English Literature with Black Humanities coursee from University of Bristol offers you the opportunity to study English Literature and Black Humanities, deepening your passion for literature through an engagement with the global histories, philosophies, languages and arts of people of African descent.
Psychology of the Arts, Neuroaesthetics and Creativity
The MSc Psychology of the Arts, Neuroaesthetics and Creativity programme from Goldsmiths, University of London is the first postgraduate programme in the world for the scientific study of aesthetics and creativity.
Biosciences and Social Justice
Do you want to make a difference in clinical research? Challenge inequalities and injustice linked to our current knowledge of biology, race and ethnicity? Find solutions that make life better for everyone? Teh University of East London offers a degree in Biosciences and Social Justice.

Political Ecology
This Political Ecology course from Lancaster University develops your ability to think critically about society and how we tackle environmental and social issues, injustices and inequalities.
Russian Studies
The Russian Studies MA at the University College London (UCL) draws on the unique area studies expertise at the UCL School of Slavonic & East European Studies (SSEES) to offer a choice of modules unparalleled in depth and breadth, ranging from Russia's medieval history to its contemporary politics, from 19th-century literature to 21st-century film.
English Literary Studies
The English Literary Studies MA course at Durham University offers choice, flexibility and the opportunity to specialise. You can learn from the rich variety of research expertise in the Department and you also have the chance to concentrate on a particular area of literary study.

Languages and Cultures (by Research)
This Languages and Cultures (by Research) course from Lancaster University is an excellent choice if you are keen to build on your love of languages and cultures and would enjoy the freedom to explore a research topic of your own choice.
Philanthropic Studies (Distance Learning)
This Philanthropic Studies (Distance Learning) programme from University of Kent 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 volunteering.

Applied Economics - Pre-Master's Programme
This one-year (2-semester) Applied Economics - Pre-Master's Programme from OnCampus Reading at University of Reading offers successful students guaranteed progression to the University of Reading. Postgraduate progression options include a range of degrees at Henley Business School.

Sleep and Chronobiology
The Sleep and Chronobiology programme from Northumbria University will give dedicated students a practical education in sleep and circadian rhythms research training, informed by a wealth of exceptional staff research and experience.
Master of Research
At Master of Research from Queen Margaret University you’ll develop professional-standard research skills in the subject of your choice. An MRes can give you a competitive edge in the researcher job market, and is also a valuable stepping stone towards a PhD.
Gender, Peace and Security
Explore how gender figures in relation to regional, national and global peace and security, while drawing on critical gender theory and empirical research. Learn more at the Gender, Peace and Security programme from London School of Economics and Political Science.
Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - Geopolitics
Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation in the Pre-Master's in Social Sciences - Geopolitics at INTO Queen's University Belfast.
Intelligence and Security Studies
The University of Salford offers an M.A. in Intelligence and Security Studies, designed for both full-time and part-time attendance. This programme spans one year for full-time students and three years for part-time learners, equipping graduates with essential skills for careers in intelligence and security sectors.

Archaeology
As an MA researcher (by research) in Archaeology from University of York, you'll have the opportunity to build expertise in a subject area you're passionate about. We offer courses in Archaeology and Conservation Studies. Study the human past or develop creative approaches to the conservation of our heritage.
Contemporary Literature, Culture and Theory
The MA in Contemporary Literature, Culture and Theory at King's College London offers you the opportunity to study cutting-edge topics such as literary production after 1999; imperialism and sexuality; contemporary experimental poetry and many more.