Working with Communities: Identities, Regeneration and Change - MA

About the course

2 years part time

Explore ideas, policies, theories and practices relating to work with communities. We teach a reflexive way of working, based on empowering people. You'll learn how to carry out research based on genuine consultation.

Entry requirements

A first degree, as well as evidence of an interest in your community and in changing it for the better.

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 (with at least 5.5 in each part), or TOEFL 91 (IBT), or equivalent.

Entry requirements for international students 

Content

• Understanding Communities
• Understanding Social Exclusion
• Researching Your Community

Teaching

• Seminars
• Workshops
• Visits
• Tutorial sessions

You'll be in the University approximately one day a week in term-time – but not every week. You'll be assigned a personal tutor to help you with the programme.

The programme is specifically designed for those who wish to combine study with other commitments.

Assessment

• Coursework – including presentations as well as written assignments
• You'll work with a tutor to make sure your assignments fit closely with your interests

Fees and funding

Financial information for postgraduate taught courses

Any questions?

If you'd like to know more about any aspect of our courses, contact us:

E: MAWWC@sheffield.ac.uk
T: +44 (0)114 222 8167

Where your masters can take you

Our postgraduate courses are designed specifically to either launch your career in education or to aid continuing professional development. Graduates from our courses work in schools, universities, local and national government both in the UK and overseas.

Some will be directly involved in the delivery of education as teachers and lecturers whilst others will utilise their skills in a variety of careers covering policy development, education, administration, psychology and social work.

Why your masters matters

We value creative teaching that challenges inequalities in the education system. We believe in increasing opportunities for education, for everyone. You'll benefit from this inclusive approach, as a student and as a professional.

Our research and teaching quality are independently rated as excellent. Our portfolio of postgraduate programmes is taught by leading academics. We try to give you as much choice as we can. You can even take modules from other courses if you like.

Our research and teaching are independently rated as excellent.

Specialist resources

We make sure our research feeds directly into our teaching. Our research seminar programme gives you access to the latest findings, often before they’re published.

There's a wireless network in the department and you'll have access to the University's extensive library resources, including online catalogues and databases, e-books and e-journals.

Apply now

You can apply for postgraduate study using our Postgraduate Online Application Form. It is a quick and easy process.

Postgraduate Online Application Form