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Philanthropy, Grantmaking and Social Investment PgDip

City St George's, University of London (formerly City)

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City St George's, University of London (formerly City)

Course options

  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Diploma

  • Location

    Bunhill Row

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    13-OCT-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

OverviewWho is it for?You may already be working in a social funding environment, or wishing to learn more about the world of philanthropy and social investment. The course is suitable for both aims, as a boost to your existing career or to facilitate a change in career direction.Most of the examples studied on the course are from the UK, but international examples give a broader perspective, meaning your learning is transferable to any culture or jurisdiction. As a student on this course, you will develop a clear understanding of the principles and management of philanthropy, grantmaking and social investment and the importance of all aspects of risk assessment, probity of applications, ethical frameworks and relationships with external communities and agencies.You’ll examine grant-giving and other investment categories such as loans, endowments, contracts, social bonds and impact investing.The course provides a solid background in the history and theory of philanthropy and grantmaking (with examples both from the UK and abroad). Beyond the theory, you’ll study the application of social investment practice as a business process.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 7,620per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

City St George's, University of London (formerly City)

City St George's, University of London (formerly City)

  • University League Table

    53rd

  • Campus address

    City, University of London 1, Northampton Square, London, England, EC1V 0HB, United Kingdom

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Enjoy studying in one of the world's top student cities. Campuses in central and south London also offer great access to top-tier companies and organisations.
Almost all degrees offer the chance of a work placement, a clinical placement, or the opportunity to study abroad. Many are also professionally accredited.
A welcoming and diverse community with student counselling, buddy schemes, Students' Union, active student societies, and an award-winning student centre.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    31st out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    119 57%

    48th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    30th

    8

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    64th

    12

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