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Social Justice and Community Action (Online Learning) PgCert (ICL)

The University of Edinburgh

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Course options

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  • Qualification

    Postgraduate Certificate

  • Location

    Online/Distance Learning

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    14-SEP-26

  • Duration

    2 Years

Course summary

Our MSc / PgDip / PgCert in Social Justice and Community Action programme will equip you with the knowledge and practical skills to make positive social change. It is part-time and fully online, making it perfect for those who wish to combine study with busy lives._x000D_ From a local and global viewpoint, you will explore the theories, politics and practices of social justice and community action, connecting ideas like liberty, equality, citizenship and democracy to real-world practices, such as:_x000D_ grassroots activism_x000D_ community practice_x000D_ public policy development and implementation_x000D_ organisational management_x000D_ We cover a wide range of topics, drawing insights from:_x000D_ critical education_x000D_ politics_x000D_ social policy_x000D_ sociology_x000D_ anthropology_x000D_ psychology_x000D_ We use digital tools to provide a flexible, high-quality, collaborative learning experience._x000D_ Here’s what you can expect from the programme:_x000D_ Engage with the major debates and dilemmas regarding social justice, equality, democracy, citizenship and community action, both globally and locally._x000D_ Gain the skills and knowledge to apply social justice theories to real-world challenges._x000D_ Critically evaluate research, policy and practice evidence and claims regarding social (in)justice._x000D_ Develop the research and inquiry skills to investigate issues surrounding social justice, equality, democracy, citizenship and activism on all levels._x000D_ Accreditation_x000D_ This programme is the flagship teaching initiative of the University of Edinburgh’s Global Justice Academy, a multi-disciplinary network of academics and research centres committed to global justice concerns. It is a joint initiative with the Moray House School of Education and Sport._x000D_ Global Justice Academy

Tuition fees

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£ 2,535per year

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    18th

  • Campus address

    Main Campus, Old College, South Bridge, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, EH8 9YL, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Law

    13th out of 112 4

    5th out of 73 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 235
    205 87%

    5th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    88.0 88%

    8th

    2

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.90 72%

    97th

    14

  • Entry standards

    / Max 181
    171 95%

    2nd

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    n/a

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.86 72%

    64th

    15

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