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Social Research and Criminology (MRes)

Social Research and Criminology (MRes)

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Full time | Birkbeck, University of London | 1 year | OCT

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

OCT

Key information
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Qualification type

MRes - Master of Research

Subject areas

Criminology Social Research

Course type

Research

Course Summary

Our MRes Social Research and Criminology is an interdisciplinary social science training programme designed to prepare you for further research in the workplace or for MPhil/PhD study.

The course covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses alongside substantive courses in the area of criminology. You will also carry out an independent dissertation, putting into practice the methods and theoretical concepts you have been taught.

The course provides a particularly strong environment for theoretically informed, interdisciplinary and socially engaged research.

CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY

Graduates can pursue career paths in government departments, think tanks, NGOs, the Civil Service and political parties. Possible professions include: social researcher; government social researcher; human resources officer; higher education lecturer; politician’s assistant.

Modules

This course introduces you to quantitative research methods, through hands-on experience using R computer software. You are introduced to survey methodology and experimental research designs and conduct your own projects using quantitative data.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,800

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,830

Entry requirements

Our standard postgraduate entry requirement is a second-class honours degree (2:2 or above) from a UK university, or an equivalent international qualification.

University information

Birkbeck, University of London is a university which continues to change lives. In 2023 the institution marks its 200th anniversary. Established in 1823, Birkbeck is a world-class research and teaching institution, well known for being London’s premier evening university. Most classes take place in the evening, and this makes Birkbeck stand out from the crowd. Students have the freedom to use their daytimes however they like – a benefit that has...more

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