South East Technological University & Social Justice Ireland: MA in Social Justice & Public Policy
Applications are open for the MA in Social Justice and Public Policy
Level 9
Social Justice Ireland and South East Technological University Waterford are key partners in this programme.
The MA in Social Justice and Public Policy is a two-year part-time programme which gives students a unique opportunity to develop a theoretical framework and the deep capacity for analysis, understanding, knowledge, skills and practices needed to engage meaningfully in social change towards a more just and inclusive society focusing particularly on influencing public policy.
The MA in Social Justice and Public Policy will:
- give students the skills to analyse and challenge the existing policy narrative and propose realistic alternatives;
- ensure that students understand the theoretical framework which underpins different policies;
- produce graduates with the necessary skills and experience to exercise an effective role in influencing public policy for social justice, offering a critical social analysis of the current situation, researching and developing evidence based options, negotiating effectively and advocating for change.
In taking on this programme students will be able to:
- learn from expert academics and practitioners in social justice and public policy using case studies from Irish and International contexts;
- study and network with others from a wide range of experiences and disciplines;
- pursue their relevant interests via self-directed learning, assignments and a dissertation.
This MA is particularly suitable for students seeking to promote a fairer society, including people from business, community, voluntary, social inclusion, environmental organisations, trade unions, public service, and religious sectors. Many applicants will be working in a voluntary or paid capacity with an organisation, group or office involved with social justice or addressing issues affected by public policy.