University of Chester

Education, Children and Social Justice MA

University of ChesterExton Park, Chester

Course overview

Want to transform the lives of children, young people and marginalised adults? Interested in social justice, human rights, equality, diversity, welfare issues, education, psychology and sociology? If so, this Master's course in Education, Children and Social Justice - previously named 'Social Justice and Globalisation in Education MA' - is for you.

Key highlights

  • Focuses on transforming lives of children, young people and marginalised adults
  • Explores social justice, human rights, equality and diversity
  • Covers welfare issues alongside education, psychology and sociology

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:2 — Home Students International Students 2:2 honours degree The MA is open to graduates with a 2:2 honours degree in social sciences, e.g. primary education, education studies, sociology, childhood studies, social work, psyc…

Scholarships

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • International Alumni Scholarship

    Discount is for students advancing from Bachelor’s to Master’s level.

Careers this course leads to

  • Education policy officer
  • Youth worker
  • Social justice campaigner
  • Charity project manager
  • Family support worker
  • Education researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £9,090 for a full-time course (2026/27) — More on UK fees | International: £15,500 (2026/27) — More on International fees

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Chester, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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