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How to get into policy/research

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A CharityConnect User Posted 6 years ago

Hi, 
I just quit my job as a Specialist Advocate at a women's charity. I have an MA in Human Rights. I would really like to do something that implements real tangible change in the field of women's rights, and would therefore like to get into policy/research. 
Whenever I Look at research posts, they always require an MsC, or a previous role as a researcher, which I dont have. I have just signed up to an online course at the University of Amsterdam (8 Months long) that gives you a certificate and a background in qulitative and quantitative research. But I fear it wont be enough. 
Any advice around what the best way to get into research/policy is at the point I'm at? Would be much appreciated :-) 
And secondly, what career prospects are there further down the line for someone in either policy/research? I mean, past the Policy and Research Officer role I mean?
Thanks!!
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