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40 Master's degrees offered by the university
Political and Social Thought
The School of Politics and International Relations has a long tradition of high-quality research among its staff and students. The vibrant research culture of the Political and Social Thought programme at University of Kent attracts students from all over the world who conduct research at the forefront of our discipline.
International Relations with International Law
Develop a unique appreciation of 21st century challenges by integrating political and legal perspectives. Deepen your understanding of critical issues, including the ethics and conduct of armed conflict, human rights under authoritarian regimes, and interstate negotiations on issues like trade, climate change, and peace.
International Public Policy (2-Year Master's)
Gain an advanced understanding of social policy in developed and developing countries.

Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology
Examine how cognitive psychological, neuropsychological, neurobiological and computer science approaches can be combined to understand how the human mind/brain solves a variety of complex problems, such as recognising objects, remembering previous experiences, reading, speaking and reasoning with this Cognitive Psychology and Neuropsychology programme from University of Kent.
Economics
The Economics programme from University of Kent is designed to provide an education in advanced economic theory and quantitative methods while allowing students to specialise or take options in a range of subjects that reflect the School's main areas of research expertise.
Medieval and Early Modern Studies
The Medieval and Early Modern Studies programme is offered at University of Kent . We are interested in hearing from students with research proposals covering all aspects of medieval and early modern history, life and culture.
Professional Practice
The Professional Practice programme from University of Kent is a part-time, work-related learning programme designed for participants from private, public and third sector settings such as education, local government, public services, health and social care, human resources, administrative services, cultural industries, arts etc.
Peace and Conflict Studies (International Joint Award)
The Peace and Conflict Studies (International Joint Award) programme from University of Kent is an exciting international and interdisciplinary two-year programme focusing on violent conflict as well as its prevention and management.
Advanced Child Protection (Distance Learning)
The Advanced Child Protection programme from University of Kent is a distance learning programme which runs on a part-time basis for two years. It provides practitioners with the knowledge, skills and confidence to take a child-centred approach to their practice and working life.
Organisational and Business Psychology
The Organisational and Business Psychology programme from University of Kent will develop your understanding of the contextual forces within organisations and the role of organisational psychology, including political, environmental, technical, social and legal.
Intellectual Disabilities and Autism (Clinical Practice)
Whether you would like to advance your professional development, become a researcher, advance your understanding in intellectual disabilities and autism or engage in clinical practice within this field, this course is for you. Students can complete the Intellectual Disabilities and Autism programme via distance learning or campus based.

Psychology Conversion
If you find yourself with a passion for better understanding human behaviour but didn't take a degree in Psychology, this Psychology Conversion programme at University of Kent is for you.
Community Care
The Community Care 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.
American Studies
The American Studies programme at University of Kent dates back to 1973 and, over the last few decades, has developed a strong research culture; this matches the commitment of the University to interdisciplinary study as well as the mandate of American Studies to explore the American experience in ground-breaking ways.

Finance and Economics
The Finance and Economics course at University of Kent has been designed alongside industry experts to create the finance professionals needed to make important decisions and drive growth in a rapidly developing sector.
Social Work (Step Up to Social Work)
Step up to social work is an intensive, 14-month, full-time programme run by the Department for Education. If you want to become a social worker but do not have a degree in social work, you can train through this programme.
International Relations
Build the skills to take on global challenges in the 21st century. From great power politics to deep seated conflicts, on climate change as much as terrorism and cyber security, the International Relations programme from University of Kent will equip you with the knowledge to interpret events, identify trends and make informed judgments about what the future holds.
English and American Literature
Immerse yourself in your chosen topics and create a bespoke course that suits your interests with the English and American Literature programme from University of Kent.
Socio-legal Studies
The students in the Socio-legal Studies programme from University of Kent benefit immensely from a vibrant research community, a supportive environment and many opportunities to engage critically with academic research and contemporary issues. They are immersed in a research culture which situates legal studies in its historical, social and economic context.

International Relations
Take on global challenges in the 21st century – interpret events, identify trends and make informed judgments about the future with the International Relations programme from University of Kent.