Master of Arts in Civil Society Studies

About

The principal aim of the department of Civil Society Studies is to educate students about the issues related with civil society. “Civil society” is one of the most important concepts in the social sciences today and a key policy agenda among policymakers and practitioners. It refers to the collection of social organizations and groups which are distinct from, yet interact with, the government and the market. As many point out, apart from being a watchdog of government and business, a vibrant civil society is an important social partner for good governance. Civil societies in the contemporary world encounter many difficult issues, including global pandemic, development, the aftermath of global financial crises, information technology revolutions, climate change, and questions related to democracy and human rights at local, national, and global levels. The study of civil society and its key players, civil society organizations, is at the forefront of multidisciplinary academic debates on complex and interconnected issues.

Career Path

Graduate careers include Public Policy Analyst, Civic Engagement Strategist, Government Relations Officer, Legislative Assistant, Policy Researcher, Program Manager (NGO/CSO), Community Development Officer, Advocacy Coordinator, Grants & Fundraising Specialist, Monitoring & Evaluation Analyst, Human Rights Officer, Social Justice Educator, Gender Equality Specialist, Refugee & Migration Program Lead, Civil Society Researcher, Social Impact Analyst, Lecturer in Civic Studies or Sociology, Think Tank Fellow, Participatory Research Facilitator, Anti-Corruption Campaigner.