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Masters Degrees in Social Justice Worldwide

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Gender, Justice and Society MSc

Umeå University Sweden

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Social Justice, Development and Health MSc

Queen Margaret University United Kingdom

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Human Rights and Social Justice LLM LLM, LLM (Master of Laws)

University of Connecticut School of Law (UConn) United States

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Education (Social Justice) MA

University of Bedfordshire United Kingdom

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Law and Social Justice LLM

School of Law, University of Leeds United Kingdom

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Race, Media & Social Justice MA

Goldsmiths, University of London United Kingdom

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Sustainability, Social Justice and Human Rights Law LLM

De Montfort University United Kingdom

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Peace, Resilience and Social Justice MA

The University of Bradford United Kingdom

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Conflict Transformation and Social Justice MA

Queen's University Belfast United Kingdom

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Social Justice and Education MA

University College London (UCL) United Kingdom

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Communication and Social Justice MA

University of Windsor Canada

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Social Work MSW, BSW, Professional Certificate

University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC) Canada

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Comparative and International Social Policy MA

University of York United Kingdom

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Criminology & Criminal Justice Masters Degree

Bournemouth University (BU) United Kingdom

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Study a Social Justice Masters abroad in 2025

Social Justice as an academic field focuses on the study and promotion of fairness, equity, and equality in society. It addresses the social, economic, and political inequalities that exist and seeks to create a more just and inclusive world. Social Justice professionals analyse the root causes of systemic oppression, advocate for marginalised communities, and work to implement policies and initiatives that promote social change and empower individuals and communities.

Social Justice is a vital field in addressing societal inequalities and promoting human rights and dignity for all individuals. Graduates in this field play an essential role in driving social change, advocating for justice, and fostering inclusive and equitable societies. As awareness of social justice issues continues to grow, the demand for professionals with expertise in Social Justice will increase, making it a meaningful and impactful career choice for individuals passionate about making a positive difference in the world.

Graduates of a master's degree in Social Justice will have advanced career options available to them. These may include roles as social justice researcher, community development consultant, human rights advocate, social policy analyst, and international development specialist.

Your master's degree program will consist of specialised lectures, research projects, and opportunities for fieldwork or collaborations with social justice organisations. Depending on your chosen area of focus, you may study modules like:

  • Critical Race Theory and Intersectional Analysis
  • Global Social Justice Issues
  • Gender and Sexuality Studies in Social Justice
  • Social Policy and Program Evaluation
  • Social Justice Leadership and Management

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