University of Hull

MA Social Justice and Community Development

University of HullCottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX

Course overview

Aimed at those wanting to develop an in-depth understanding of social justice issues affecting society across the world, this innovative course explores educational and social inequalities, socio-economic disadvantage, as well as minoritized communities relating to disability, race, sexuality, gender, faith and climate injustice. Learning from experts in participatory research and community engagement, you will benefit from direct access to the School of Education’s extensive network of partner organisations across private, public and voluntary sectors. Using a practice-based approach and working collaboratively on ‘live’ projects, you will gain experience of developing and implementing solutions that can tackle social justice issues and contribute to making a difference in the real world from day one.

MA Social Justice and Community Engagement

Key highlights

  • Explores educational and social inequalities and socio-economic disadvantage
  • Covers disability, race, sexuality, gender, faith and climate injustice
  • Taught by experts in participatory research and community engagement
  • Access to partner organisations across private, public and voluntary sectors
  • Practice-based learning through collaborative work on live projects
  • Develop and implement real-world solutions to social justice issues

Entry requirements

  • IELTS: 6.5 — 6.5 IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill

Scholarships

  • Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship

    If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.

    Up to 20% of fees
  • GREAT Scholarship

    Minimum of £10,000

    Up to £10,000
  • PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa

    Up to £2,000

Careers this course leads to

  • Community Development Worker
  • Policy Officer
  • Charity Project Manager
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Officer
  • Community Engagement Officer
  • Social Researcher

Cost of study

UK/Home: £11,485 per year | International: £18,800 per year

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 Hull, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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