There is recognition that the underlying body of knowledge and theories surrounding equality, equity and diversity, which are directly linked to social policy, sociology and social and cultural theory, are essential in developing informed professionals.
This Master’s Programme will extend professional knowledge and understanding and aims to develop reflective/reflexive practitioners through an integrated set of compulsory modules.
This programme will give a sound understanding of equality and diversity and its implications for society, organisations, communities, families, individuals and policy-makers.
The Degree draws upon current policy and legislation in practice, for example, Equality Act (2010), Social Services and Wellbeing (Wales) Act 2014, Wellbeing of Future Generations (Wales) Act 2015 and legislation ‘as it happens’.
This course is available face-to-face, online or as a combination of both. Face-to-face lectures will run live on Teams. Everything is recorded so that students can mix and match their type of attendance.
Course details
- Full-time
- On-campus
- English
- Welsh
Why choose this course?
What you will learn
The Master’s in Equity and Diversity in Society is grounded in the quest to ‘provide an understanding of the long-term and underlying causes of disadvantage that need to be addressed by public policy’ (Equalities Review, 2007: 13).
To this end, the principle of equality and inclusion is embedded within and throughout the programme. The programme recognises that philosophers, economists, and political and social theorists debate the concepts of equality and diversity from a range of different perspectives; allowing the student to explore competing interpretations of what ‘equality’ and ‘diversity’ might mean in our society.
Through engaging with ‘the intellectual traditions and perspectives of the social science, students will be encouraged to explore social processes and the links between theory, policy and practice.
It allows students to debate societal issues, and promote engagement with ‘new ideas …. Relating to issues such as the impact of globalisation on … advocacy, diversity, gender, age social justice, sustainable development, poverty and inclusion.’
Compulsory
(60 credits)
(30 credits)
Optional
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
(30 credits)
Disclaimer
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We listen to student feedback and insights from industry and from professionals to ensure that course content is high-quality and up-to-date, and that it offers the best possible preparation for your future career or study goals.
For this reason, there might be modifications to the content of your course over time, to keep up to date with changes in the subject area or in the sector. If a module is no longer running, we’ll make sure to keep you informed, and work with you to choose a different suitable module.
Staff
Our People
You will be taught and supported by a wide range of professional staff and teams here to help you get the university experience you are looking for. Our teaching staff were ranked 2nd in Wales for assessments and feedback (NSS 2023) meaning the comments you get back from your work will help you learn. Our commitment to your learning has seen our students place us as Top 10 in the UK for Lecturers and Teaching Quality. Find out more about our academic staff who teach across our courses.
Ratings and Rankings
Accommodation
Carmarthen Accommodation
Carmarthen has a variety of accommodation and we guarantee accommodation for 1st Years with availability for your 2nd and 3rd Years. Based on our Carmarthen campus you will be right in the middle of everything, with options to suit all budgets.
Further information
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The School has its own Admissions Policy which adheres to the requirements of the University Admission Policy and the University’s Policy on Equality and Diversity. A robust planning system is undertaken with Support Services for those students with identified disabilities.
Traditional entry route requirement for students is normally a 2:1 or 1st class honours first degree or the vocational qualification equivalent and relevant experience. The School encourages students with a range of vocational qualifications and relevant experiences to apply.
General Requirements
- an initial degree of the University of Wales;
- an initial degree awarded by another approved degree awarding body;
- a non-graduate qualification which has been deemed to be of a satisfactory standard for the purpose of admission;
- a non-graduate may also be admitted to candidature provided that he/she has held, for a minimum of two years, a responsible position which is relevant to the scheme to be pursued.
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There are NO EXAMINATIONS in Equity and Diversity in Society (MA). The assessments within this programme aim to not only allow a student to demonstrate their academic understanding but also ‘upskill’ them through the use of assessments directly related to the needs of employers in this field, and may include:
- Assignments
- Case studies
- Community profile
- Designing a leaflet and supporting academic paper
- Dissertation
- Extended essays
- Questionnaire design
- Reflective diaries
- Seminar presentations.
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Students are responsible for meeting the cost of essential textbooks, and of producing such essays, assignments and dissertations as are required to fulfil the academic requirements for each programme of study.
If students wish to undertake data collection as part of their dissertation they will require a DBS prior to data collection.
There will also be further costs for the following, not purchasable from the University:
- Books
- Clothing
- Fieldwork
- Printing and copying
- Stationery
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You may be eligible for funding to help support your study. To find out about scholarships, bursaries and other funding opportunities that are available, please visit our Bursaries and Scholarships section.
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This programme aims to develop students’ intellectual independence and critical engagement with evidence. Although it is not primarily a vocational programme, it does prepare students to move in a vocational direction. Graduates exiting from this degree will be well placed to enter a range of careers, including, for example:
- Child Care Officer
- Education Officer
- Equality Agenda
- Family Aide
- Fostering Service Project Worker
- Health care professional
- Language and Numeracy Assistant
- Learning Coach
- Probation Officer
- Social Worker/Social Services
- Support Assistant for disabled people
- Teacher
- Voluntary youth organisation worker
Graduates may also choose to go on to complete postgraduate consider gaining professional endorsement via the Youth and Community Work (MA) or progressing to a PhD in Social Justice and Inclusion.