Course Overview

Our MSc graduates go on to a wide range of careers in the public and private sectors. Come join the civil service or parliamentary offices, and several MPs have studied for their master's at Birkbeck. Many also pursue career paths in:

• civil society, including working for charities

• NGOs

• lobby groups

• think tanks

• campaigning organizations.

MRes graduates can pursue career paths in government or advisory bodies where research skills are required, as well as policy research, higher education, the voluntary sector, and journalism. Possible professions include:

• Civil Service fast-streamer

• higher education lecturer

• government social research officer

• politician’s assistant

• local government officer

• newspaper journalist

• public relations officer.

We offer a comprehensive Careers Service - Birkbeck Futures - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education, and future ambitions.

General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in any subject; prior exposure to at least one of the three component subjects would be a distinct advantage, but it might be possible for able students to acquire the relevant knowledge as part of this program.

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.