Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc)

Summary

A Master of Social Sciences (MSocSc) builds on the Bachelors or Honours qualification you've already gained. When studying for your MSocSc, you'll focus on your preferred Social Science subject area and you'll immerse yourself in a high-level programme of study. You'll learn the latest research techniques and be updated on recent developments in knowledge relating to your chosen field.

You'll be preparing for a dissertation or thesis, so will be conducting a substantial amount of your own independent research. If you think you may want to complete a doctorate level qualification later on, completing a MSocSc prepares you for that next level of academic study.

As you grow your knowledge of your chosen subject area, you'll be refining your intellectual skills, particularly your ability to think critically, problem solve and analyse. This will enable you to prepare for leadership roles in fields related to your subject area.

Choose a main subject: Anthropology; Economics; Education and Society; Geography; Health Development and Policy; History; Human Development; Maori and Indigenous Studies; Pacific and Indigenous Studies; Philosophy; Political Science; Population Studies and Demography; Psychology; Public Policy; Social Policy; Sociology

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