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MA by Research Sociology and Social Policy

  • DeadlineStudy Details:

    1 year full time, 2 years part time

Course Description

If you have a longstanding interest or connections in a particular sociological or social policy field, possibly related to your occupation or other significant experience, then an MA by Research may provide the ideal scope and flexibility for your research project.

This type of research study works through close one-to-one supervision, tailored specifically to the needs of the project and the researcher.

You will research and write a thesis of approximately 30,000 words on a subject of your choice. The School offers no broad research training for candidates that register for this degree.

Entry Requirements

Candidates should hold (or expect to hold) a good Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent degree from an overseas university):

  • with a minimum grade of 2:1 (upper second class honours)
  • in an appropriate academic discipline

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Fees

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Student Destinations

A postgraduate research degree is your opportunity to develop skills in preparation for a fruitful career, as well as contributing to a research area you’re passionate about.

Below are just some of the transferable skills you will develop throughout your studies:

  • Ability to work independently and as a team
  • Analytical skills
  • Communication skills
  • Creativity
  • Leadership
  • Organisational skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Project management
  • Time management.

Whether you have your sights set on an academic career, or want to apply your knowledge to a specific area within an organisation, the skills developed throughout your studies will be highly sought after.

Our alumni have gone on to careers in academia and beyond, with many progressing to roles in higher education such as Lecturer or Assistant Professor, in the UK and overseas.

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