Entry Requirements
UK applicants
Standard requirements
A minimum 2:1 undergraduate Bachelor’s (honours) degree
If you have a lower degree classification, or a degree in an unrelated subject, your application may be considered if you can demonstrate significant relevant work experience, or offer a related graduate qualification (such as a Masters or PGDip).
Programme specific requirements
Minimum of a 2:1 Bachelor's degree in the Social Sciences, Arts and Humanities, Law or other relevant disciplines.
International applicants
Equivalent International qualifications
English language requirements
English language band: B
Selection Process
Applications must be made online using King’s Apply, the Admissions Portal and a non-refundable application fee of £130 applies.
Due to the large volume of applications, this programme operates a partial “gathered-field” approach to decision making for applicants who meet our advertised academic entry requirements. This means that for some of these applicants, a decision may not be reached until after February and where possible, will be made by May. You will be informed via King’s Apply if your application is being held.
Personal statement and supporting information
You will be asked to submit the following documents in order for your application to be considered:
A personal statement of up to 4,000 characters (maximum 2 pages) is required. The personal statement should describe your educational experience so far and discuss how you feel this MSc will build on your experience, as well as how it might contribute to your future career plans.
Previous academic study: A copy (or copies) of your official academic transcript(s), showing the subjects studied and marks obtained. If you have already completed your degree, copies of your official degree certificate will also be required. Applicants with academic documents issued in a language other than English, will need to submit both the original and official translation of their documents.
References: Two references are required with at least one academic. Professional references will be accepted if you completed your qualifications over five years ago.
Application closing date guidance
Key Information
Course type:
Master's
Delivery mode:
In person
Study mode:
Full time / Part time
Duration:
One year full-time, September to September, two years part-time
Application status:
Open
Start date:
September 2026