Scandinavian Studies and Social Policy MA (Hons)
The University of Edinburgh
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Scandinavian Studies and Social Policy MA (Hons) and other courses in Social Policy at The University of Edinburgh for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Social Policy.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Social Policy at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23500 | £21500 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21000 - £28000 | £17500 - £25500 | £22500 - £37500 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Sociology, Social Policy and Anthropology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £24917 | £22583 | £26565 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £21269 - £28757 | £17698 - £28898 | £20050 - £34382 |
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Course Description
The languages, history, politics and culture of Denmark, Norway and Sweden have long had a considerable impact beyond the Nordic region.
Today, Scandinavian languages and cultures continue to expand in popularity, and the socio-economic concept of the Nordic Model is widely studied.
Scandinavian Studies and Social Policy make an excellent joint honours choice by combining the study of:
- a modern language in its cultural, social and political context
- the distribution of welfare and wellbeing within societies, and the policies which influence that distribution
- option courses from a wide range of disciplines
Scandinavian Studies
On our programme, you have the opportunity to develop advanced spoken and written language skills in modern Danish, Norwegian or Swedish while exploring Scandinavian culture, past and present.
You do not currently need to know a Scandinavian language, as courses are available for beginners. By Year 3, you will have the skills to spend the year abroad in Denmark, Norway or Sweden.
While you will specialise in one Scandinavian language, you will also gain an understanding of the other two we teach to degree level. In Year 2, for example, you can choose to explore the similarities and differences between Danish, Swedish and Norwegian.
Social Policy
You will focus on social and economic change, what causes it, and its consequences for society.
Reflecting on how policies are developed, you will learn about the policy-making process in the UK. You will also study the influence of international bodies such as the EU and OECD.
We deal with a wide array of policy areas, for example:
- health and welfare
- education and labour markets
- family and childhood
We work closely with:
- governments
- NGOs
- third sector and interest representation groups
- international organisations and other external actors
International comparative analyses are one of our main strengths, and we place a strong emphasis on providing our students with empirical research skills.
Why Edinburgh?
Edinburgh is the only university in Scotland, and one of only two in the UK, to offer undergraduate honours programmes in Scandinavian Studies.
As well as being distinctive in our subject offering, we are also unique in Scotland in integrating a full academic year abroad into the four-year honours programme, regardless of whether you spend the year studying or working.
We are the proud home of the Northern Scholars programme which fosters co-operation between the Nordic and Baltic countries and Scotland.
Our flexible programme incorporates a range of option courses, giving you the blend of specialist skills and broad Intercultural Competence valued by graduate employers around the globe.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Scandinavian Studies and Social Policy MA (Hons) at The University of Edinburgh
| 20% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 20% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 15% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Finance Professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Social Policy
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English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | Total 65 with at least 5.5 in each component. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 92 | Total 92 with at least 20 in each component. We do not accept TOEFL MyBest Score to meet our English language requirements. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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| Cambridge English Proficiency | Total 176 with at least 162 in each component |
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| Trinity ISE | ISE II with distinctions in all four components |
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| PTE Academic | 62 | Total 62 with at least 54 in each component |
Costs
Tuition Fees Scandinavian Studies and Social Policy MA (Hons)
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £1820 | year 1 |
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £26500 | year 1 |
| International | £26500 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
Scottish students must apply to the Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) for payment of their tuition fees.
EU On 9th July 2020 the decision was made by the Scottish Government to end free university tuition for European Union (EU) students starting in 2021-22. Funding policy for EU nationals and associated groups starting a course of study in academic year 2022-23 or later will be in line with international fees.
Full time international and EU students will pay a fixed annual fee rate for the duration of their programme.
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About The University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh is located in the Scottish city of the same name, and is one of the oldest universities in the entire United Kingdom, having opened in the year 1583. The university enjoys a strong reputation for its contributions to international research efforts, which is reflected in their inclusion in the Russell Group, Universitas 21, and Una Europa. Edinburgh offers its residents a historic yet modern city, with a lively nightlife scene, reliable public transport, and friendly locals.
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