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40 Master's degrees offered by the university
Social Policy
At the Social Policy programme from University of Kent, they offer research supervision across a broad range of social policy topics and themes. The study of welfare arrangements is a fundamental part of what we do.
Law (International Law with International Relations)
The Law (International Law with International Relations) programme at University of Kent allows you to broaden and deepen your knowledge and understanding of law by specialising in one or more different areas.
International Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
The University of Kent offers a Master of Arts (MA) in International Negotiation and Conflict Resolution, designed for completion in one year full-time or two years part-time. This programme provides students with essential skills to navigate conflict scenarios effectively, preparing them for impactful careers in various sectors.
Postcolonial Studies
The University of Kent offers a Master of Arts (MA) in Postcolonial Studies, which can be pursued full-time over one year or part-time for two years. Additionally, a PhD programme is available, with options to start in September, January, or April. This course is delivered on campus in Canterbury, providing a rich academic environment.
Psychology (Research)
Research conducted under this Psychology (Research) programme from University of Kent heading can be in any area of our expertise including Developmental Psychology, Organisational Psychology and Political Psychology.
Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
The Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities programme from University of Kent offers excellent opportunities for full or part-time research in intellectual disability and community care leading to higher degrees. The Tizard Centre has a strong track record of attracting University and ESRC research studentship funding.
Economics and Data Science
The University of Kent offers a Master of Science (M.Sc.) in Economics and Data Science, designed to be completed over two years. This full-time programme provides students with the opportunity to gain advanced knowledge in economic theory and data science methodologies, preparing them for diverse career paths.
Behavioural Science
The Social Psychology programme from University of Kent gives you the opportunity to sample a range of modules from our Developmental, Organisational and Political programmes as well as other modules related to social psychology.
Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support
Develop a critical understanding of concepts and principles underpinning applied behaviour analysis and positive behaviour support. You'll gain detailed knowledge of intellectual and developmental disabilities and experience of practice or conducting research in this field with the Applied Behaviour Analysis and Positive Behaviour Support degree at University of Kent.
Criminology
The Criminology programme from University of Kent was founded by the world-famous criminologist, the late Professor Jock Young. You are lectured, supervised and tutored by a team of scholars and researchers internationally renowned for their world-class teaching and publications.
Finance and Economics with Placement
This course integrates financial management with economic theory, empowering you to influence business outcomes with informed decisions, whether in corporate finance, policymaking or financial consulting.
Developmental and Educational Psychology
To understand any psychological phenomenon fully you must first understand how it develops. Study the Developmental Psychology programme at University of Kent to explore the psychological processes that affect the social, emotional and cognitive development of a person during their lifetime.

Forensic Psychology
The Forensic Psychology course at University of Kent offers an entire module on offender cognition, explore relapse prevention, sex offenders with learning disabilities and the socio-demographic and psychological factors that lead to behaviours in some individuals and not others.
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.
International Public Policy
The International Public Policy programme from University of Kent takes a policy analytic approach to provide you with an advanced understanding of current debates, theories and concepts relevant to international social policy.
Organisational and Business Psychology
Throughout the Organisational and Business Psychology MSc/PgDip/PgCert programme from University of Kent you'll gain insights into the psychology of selection and assessment, methods and statistics, employee wellbeing, entrepreneurship and people management
Comparative Politics
The Comparative Politics programme from University of Kent has a long tradition of high-quality research among its staff and students. Our vibrant research culture attracts students from all over the world who conduct research at the forefront of our discipline.
Economics
Our MSc in Economics provides you with valuable skills and knowledge, enhancing your career prospects and enabling you to make a real difference to the workplace and the world around it.
Social Research Methods
The Social Research Methods MSc from University of Kent provides essential training for employment where an understanding of social research is important, as well as for further academic research in a social science discipline.
Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities
The Mental Health of People with Learning Disabilities programme from University of Kent offers excellent opportunities for full or part-time research in intellectual disability, community care and autism leading to higher degrees. The Centre has a strong track record of attracting research studentship funding.