The MSc International Social Policy master’s programme considers social policy issues and debates in a broad international context. Students will receive training in international social policy analysis and evaluation using quantitative and/or qualitative research methods. This MSc offers choice and flexibility to specialise on the basis of three pathways: Ageing Societies, Development Studies and Research Methods. The aims of the international social policy master’s programme are to provide you with: an in-depth understanding of key theoretical and conceptual debates in international social policy, the capacity to evaluate competing explanatory frameworks and the role of cross-national and comparative perspectives; detailed knowledge of the various means by which social policy is delivered and the ability to analyse the strengths and weaknesses of these different approaches in varying national contexts; and a knowledge of key issues in the philosophy of social science and the ability to apply this knowledge in the design and practice of social research. Most international social policy masters modules are assessed, at least in part, by essays. Some modules are also assessed using oral presentations and group projects.