Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work) MA 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Nottingham |TopUniversities
Subject Ranking

# 101-120QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Tuitionfee

24,300 GBPTuition Fee/year

Main Subject Area

Social Policy and AdministrationMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our MA Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work) is aimed at students who are interested in developing a wide range of social science research techniques. It will equip you with the theory and practical skills that are needed to carry out independent research.

It is part of the Midlands Graduate School ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership, which recognises the importance of bringing cutting-edge expert knowledge to the heart of doctoral training.

You'll learn about methods and techniques used in social science research such as:

  • data collection and analysis
  • the philosophical, ethical and political issues that underpin social science research
  • theories of research design
You'll be lead by experts who are involved in projects that inform public and social policy, in areas such as social care, identities and criminal justice. You'll graduate ready for research posts in academic, voluntary, private and third-sector settings.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Social Policy and Administration

Degree

MA

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Our MA Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work) is aimed at students who are interested in developing a wide range of social science research techniques. It will equip you with the theory and practical skills that are needed to carry out independent research.

It is part of the Midlands Graduate School ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership, which recognises the importance of bringing cutting-edge expert knowledge to the heart of doctoral training.

You'll learn about methods and techniques used in social science research such as:

  • data collection and analysis
  • the philosophical, ethical and political issues that underpin social science research
  • theories of research design
You'll be lead by experts who are involved in projects that inform public and social policy, in areas such as social care, identities and criminal justice. You'll graduate ready for research posts in academic, voluntary, private and third-sector settings.

Admission Requirements

7+
3+
76+
100+
2:1 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject in the arts, humanities, or social sciences

12 Months
Sep

Domestic
11,250 GBP
International
24,300 GBP

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