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About Inequality And Society Msc in University of Sunderland

In this theoretical and research-based course, you'll examine the major causes of inequality in our world such as, why do some groups face disadvantage? You'll also study what sustains that idea and how these groups are interrelated, including what society can do to tackle this. Take advantage of a broad range of optional modules on topics such as health, sexualities, gender, domestic abuse, childhood and socio-economic inequalities. You'll understand the nature of intersectionality, including factors such as gender, sexuality, ethnicity, age and how certain groups face unique forms of disadvantage.

Course structure

Full-time

This route is over one year from October to September. The course will typically be taught one afternoon (1-4pm) and one evening (5-8pm) per week on a Tuesday, to fit around work and childcare commitments. There will also be two mandatory ‘dissertation days’ to prepare you for your dissertation research which will typically be a full day over two Saturdays between October and September.

Study Skills sessions are ran regularly in semester one to support your academic work and will be on a Tuesday between 4-5pm. They will offer online and physical workshops on topics such as, understanding academic language, interpreting statistics, constructing an argument and critical thinking and wiring. This will help to smooth your transition to masters level study.

Academic qualification equivalents

• A bachelor degree with related subject

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS :overall score of 6.0 and at least 5.5 or higher in each component

University Of Sunderland Highlights

University Of Sunderland Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses

The UK Border Agency (UKBA) requires you to have a budget of at least £1,000 per month to study in inner London boroughs, and £ 800 per month to study outside London boroughs.

Application Processes

he UCAS code of the University is S84.

• Application Fees: 18 GBP
• Deadline: As the University offers an enormous number of Courses, the deadline for applying for every course varies.
• Documents: Here is the list of Documents you will need while applying for the University.
  • Complete Application
  • Academic Transcript
  • Personal Statement
  • References
  • English Language Proficiency
  • Financial Statement
  • GMAT/ GRE score (For Graduates)
  • Visa Certification
  • Copy of Passport

English Language Proficiency Qualifications Accepted

If an International Student applying for the University is from a nation where English is the First Language, it is required to Qualify in any of the Given Examinations as a minimum.

1. IELTS: A overall Score of 6.0 (with at least above 5.5 in each Component)
2. Pearson Test of English Academic: A minimum score of 56 with not less than 51 in each Skill.
3. Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English: A grade of C or above.
4. Cambridge Certificate in Advanced English: A grade of C or above.

If you have any other Qualifications, then you can contact the International Office for Advice or any Queries.

Email I’d: International.enquires@sunderland.ac.uk

Visa Requirements for International Students

• There two kinds of Visa you can apply for studying in the UK.
  • Tier 4 General Student Visa: You can apply for this Visa if your Course duration is for more than six months. The Student can apply for this visa if he/she is over 16 years old. Tier 4 Visa
  • Short Term Study Visa: This Visa is for Short term courses. The validity of Visa is normally for a period of Either six months and eleven months.

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