Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics (MSc) 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Southampton |TopUniversities

Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics (MSc)

Subject Ranking

# 51-100QS Subject Rankings

Programme Duration

12 monthsProgramme duration

Application Deadline

19 Aug, 2026Application Deadline

Main Subject Area

Statistics and Operational ResearchMain Subject Area

Programme overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Are you passionate about investigating social issues and finding evidence through statistics? If so this programme will train you in applied statistical methods and expose you to the cutting edge of statistical practice, thus equipping you with the necessary grounding both to understand and to contribute to the area. 
You will also learn how to conduct qualitative research. The Masters in Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics is excellent preparation for a career in social research in government, national and international organizations or in the private sector. 
We welcome students with limited background in quantitative methods. You can tailor the course to your interests by choosing from a wide range of optional modules, covering areas such as demography, global health, gerontology and qualitative and mixed research methods.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Statistics and Operational Research

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Are you passionate about investigating social issues and finding evidence through statistics? If so this programme will train you in applied statistical methods and expose you to the cutting edge of statistical practice, thus equipping you with the necessary grounding both to understand and to contribute to the area. 
You will also learn how to conduct qualitative research. The Masters in Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics is excellent preparation for a career in social research in government, national and international organizations or in the private sector. 
We welcome students with limited background in quantitative methods. You can tailor the course to your interests by choosing from a wide range of optional modules, covering areas such as demography, global health, gerontology and qualitative and mixed research methods.

Admission Requirements

176+
6.5+
92+
67+
3.2+
120+
You'll need a 2.1 degree in a subject which show evidence of a strong maths background with basic knowledge of quantitative analysis.

19 Aug 2026
1 Year
Sep

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