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Study Social Sciences Abroad

Social sciences cover psychology, economics and international relations, with strong options across Europe and North America.

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What you’ll study

Research methodsEconomics or psychology corePolicy analysisStatisticsInternational relationsDissertation

Is it right for you?

It suits you if you are curious about people, societies and policy.

Typical entry requirements

A related bachelor’s. Psychology conversion courses accept other backgrounds. IELTS 6.5 is typical.

Top Universities For Social Sciences

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Yale UniversityNew Haven, CTGlobal affairs
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Princeton UniversityPrinceton, NJPublic policy
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Columbia UniversityNew York, NYInternational affairs
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University of BolognaBolognaEconomics
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University of ChicagoChicago, ILEconomics
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University of California, BerkeleyBerkeley, CAEconomics
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University of TokyoTokyoEconomics
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University of California, Los AngelesLos Angeles, CAPsychology

Best Countries For Social Sciences

Yearly cost in rupees (tuition + living, rough estimate) and work rights after study.

UK

Rs 87 lakh – Rs 1.7 crore a year

Work: 20 hours a week in term, then the Graduate Route.

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Netherlands

Rs 62 lakh – Rs 1.1 crore a year

Work: Limited hours in term; one-year “orientation year” after graduation.

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Belgium

Rs 36 lakh – Rs 69 lakh a year

Work: Part-time work allowed.

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USA

Rs 76 lakh – Rs 1.9 crore a year

Work: On-campus work only at first; OPT after graduation (longer for STEM).

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Germany

Rs 35 lakh – Rs 1.1 crore a year

Work: Limited work hours; 18-month job-search permit after graduation.

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Scholarships For Social Sciences Students

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Commonwealth Master’s ScholarshipsMaster’s · HEC call in summer; CSC deadline in October.FULLY FUNDEDWeidenfeld-Hoffmann ScholarshipsMaster’s · Apply with your Oxford course application.FULLY FUNDEDCambridge Trust ScholarshipsUndergraduate · Master’s · PhD · Considered with your Cambridge application.Warwick Chancellor’s International ScholarshipPhD · Usually winter.FULLY FUNDEDUniversity of Glasgow International Leadership ScholarshipMaster’s · Usually spring.Think Big ScholarshipsUndergraduate · Master’s · Usually spring.Aga Khan Foundation International Scholarship ProgrammeMaster’s · PhD · Applications usually close in spring.Fulbright Program (master’s & PhD)Master’s · PhD · Usually opens early in the year with a spring deadline.FULLY FUNDEDHubert H. Humphrey FellowshipMid-career · Usually opens in spring.FULLY FUNDEDGlobal UGRAD PakistanUndergraduate · Usually opens in autumn.FULLY FUNDED

Tests You’ll Likely Need

GREGRE General TestThe admissions test many master’s and PhD programmes ask for, especially in the US.IELTSIELTS Academic & UKVIThe most widely accepted English test for admissions and visas.

Careers After Social Sciences

Policy analyst
Economist
HR specialist
NGO programme officer

Guides For Your Application

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Studying Social Sciences Abroad: FAQs

01What are the entry requirements to study Social Sciences abroad?

A related bachelor’s. Psychology conversion courses accept other backgrounds. IELTS 6.5 is typical.

02Which country is best for Social Sciences?

UK, Netherlands, Belgium are strong choices for Social Sciences, but the best one depends on your budget, grades and career plans.

03Which universities are best for Social Sciences?

Universities known for social sciences include Yale University, Princeton University, Columbia University, University of Bologna, University of Chicago.

04Are there scholarships for Social Sciences?

Yes. Options include Commonwealth Master’s Scholarships, Weidenfeld-Hoffmann Scholarships, Cambridge Trust Scholarships, Warwick Chancellor’s International Scholarship.

05Which tests do I need for Social Sciences?

Most programmes need an English test (IELTS); many competitive programmes also ask for the GRE.

06Is Social Sciences right for me?

It suits you if you are curious about people, societies and policy.

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