Social Policy

Social Policy, or Public Policy is a study which looks at various areas of policy, usually within a governmental or political setting. It looks at everything from the welfare state to social services.

Social Policy as an academic subject is a study of theory rather than of current policies – that is more the realm of a politics degree. It draws on Economics, Sociology, Psychology and Philosophy.

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Skills

Common Degree/Major Names

BSc/BA	Environmental Policy
BA	Gender Studies
BA/BSc	Global Affairs
BA/BSc	Global Challenges
BASc	Global Sustainable Development
BA/BSc	Globalisation
BA/BSc	Government
BA/BSc	Public Management
BA/BSc	Public Policy
BA	Sexuality Studies
BA	Social Change
BA/BSc	Social Policy
BA/BSc	Social Sciences

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Useful Skills

	Analytical
	Attention to Detail
	Data Manipulation
	Empathy
	ICT
	Leadership
	Note Taking
	Organisation
	Problem Solving
	Research
	Staying Motivated / Working Hard
	Staying Positive (Resilience)
	Teamwork

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Social Policy

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Institution	Country	Campus Type	Size	Education Model	Selectivity
University of Melbourne	Austalia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	The Melbourne curriculum enables students to explore their passions and strengths, while giving the flexibility to specialise when students are ready. We offer seven bachelors degrees in the Melbourne curriculum – arts, biomedicine, commerce, design, fine arts, music, and science – covering over 100 different study areas. We also offer specialist degrees in agriculture and oral health, where everything students study is structured for the chosen discipline. Students start with a three-year bachelors degree. Once completed, they can enter the workforce with a broad knowledge base and career-ready skills. Or, gain specialised knowledge via a graduate degree or in graduate research. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PubbNsh5zyQ	Merit based entry for UG. Students who receive IB score and meet prerequisite subjects are guaranteed an offer. No interview, reference letters, personal statement required.
Curtin University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	We are a global university recognised for innovation in learning and teaching, with our curriculum, learning experiences and delivery methods highly responsive to the changing needs of industry and careers. Our diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses provide you with the right skills, knowledge and experience to enable you to follow your passion and put it to work at Curtin.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) - Some programs (like our quota health programs) have a high selective rate due to minimal places available. Other courses like arts and commerce are easier to achieve in admission in if the minimum score has been achieved.
Edith Cowan University	Australia, Sri Lanka	Suburban Campus City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	At ECU, we believe that human creativity, combined with the inspiration of learning, has the power to transform lives and create a better world. So we’ll prepare you by teaching you the skills we know industries and employers are looking for, such as creative thinking and problem-solving. We’ll encourage you to have a positive mindset, and to see problems as opportunities. Speaking of teaching, we’re also an established Australian leader in the quality of our teaching. It’s a big part of our values. And it’s why our graduates have rated us 5 stars for 17 years straight in the Good Universities Guide.	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Western Sydney University	Australia	Suburban Campus City Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	Research Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Murdoch University	Australia	Suburban Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Murdoch University offers undergraduate (Bachelor) and postgraduate (Graduate Certificate, Graduate Diploma, and Master) level degree programs with a specialisation in environmental, sustainability, conservation and veterinary science.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
UNSW Sydney	Australia	City Island Campus, Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	UNSW’s strategic priorities actively address the challenges we face today - from climate change and renewable energies to lifesaving medical treatments and breakthrough technologies. We aim to make an impact on people’s lives around the world. In 2020, UNSW evolved its motto to “Scientia corde mente et manu” - Knowledge by Heart, Mind and Hand. This is more than just a slogan of renewed values and aspirations. It captures the fact that we serve higher purpose, and are committed to serving society through knowledge sharing and new discovery.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Queensland	Australia	City Island Campus	Very Large Institution > 30,000	You'll be inspired by passionate and engaging lecturers who are ready to empower you with the skills, confidence and knowledge you need to face a future of unknowns. At UQ, we're committed to enriching your studies and developing your employability to prepare you for a career you'll love. We support you to gain knowledge, leadership skills and adopt an innovative mindset.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Purdue University Northwest	USA	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000		Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
Charles University, Faculty of Social Sciences	Czech Republic	City Campus	Small Institution <5000	Single Subject Focus and several interdisciplinary programs.	Number of accepted students varies slightly every year depending on the cohort.
Lafayette College	USA	City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Lafayette blends liberal arts and engineering, with a keen focus on interdisciplinary studies.	Selective (25-50% admitted) ~30% acceptance rate
Carleton College	USA	Rural Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Leiden University College	The Netherlands	City Campus	Small Institution <5000	Leiden University College is part of Leiden University, which is a Research University.	Selective (25-50% admitted) Leiden University College accepts 200 students each year out of approx 800 applications.
York University	Canada	City Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Single Subject Focus (Joint degrees available), Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Integrated or Thematic degrees, Single Focus Institution (e.g. Business School, Researched Focused Institution	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted) Admission requirements vary by programs.
University of Leicester	UK	City Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	We are proud to be one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities.	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
College of Wooster	USA	Suburban Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Researched Focused Institution, Undergraduate Only Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Sciences Po	France	City Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Loughborough University	UK	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	A comprehensive university offering Bachelors, Masters & research degrees across a range of subjects	Selective (25-50% admitted) - We look for students with high academic achievement, motivation & passion for their chosen subject
Duke Kunshan University (DKU)	China with a semester in the United States	City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Unique, new mutli-disciplinary model that results in both a Duke (US) degree and DKU (China) degree.	Highly Selective (10-25% admitted)
Bard College Berlin	Germany	City Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Amsterdam University College (AUC)	The Netherlands	City Campus, City Island Campus	Small Institution <5000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model)	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of Southampton	UK, Malaysia	City Campus, City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	We are a research focused institution offering single subject degrees, joint honours, integrated degrees as well as Liberal Arts and Science.
University of Florida	USA	Rural Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Liberal Arts and Science (Major/minor Model), Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Selective (25-50% admitted)
Purdue University-Main Campus	USA	Suburban Campus	Very Large Institution >30,000	Tier one research institution in the U.S. Many opportunities for undergraduate research.	Selective (25-50% admitted)
University of East Anglia (UEA)	UK	Suburban Campus	Medium Institution 5000-15,000	Researched Focused Institution, Teaching Focused Institution	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)
The University of Sheffield	UK	City Island Campus	Large Institution 15,000-30,000	Researched Focused Institution	Somewhat Selective (50-75% admitted)

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