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Pre-Master's in Social Sciences (2 Terms)

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Study mode

Full time

Duration

6 months

Start date

MAR-25

Key information
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Qualification type

Pre-masters Programme

Subject areas

Social Sciences Preparatory Courses

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

Prepare for entry to a range of postgraduate degrees in areas such as education, history, law, politics and translation at Queen's University Belfast.

On campus study

This program is available to study on campus only.

Key Information

  • Progress to a range of postgraduate degrees in subjects such as psychology, education and law – which is ranked 10th in the UK (The Complete University Guide 2024).
  • Benefit from research projects that have been developed by the university staff.
  • Design a research project, with a literature review, methodology and action plan; Keep up to date with the latest social sciences developments through internationally credited journals.
  • Attend guest lectures from experts in the field, giving you access to the latest industry developments.

Modules

The aim of the module is to develop your skills to investigate, understand and interpret information as applied in a business and management context. The module has two objectives: Firstly, it introduces you to the philosophical and ethical underpinnings of business and management research (critical thought), as well as to a range of quantitative and qualitative data-collection techniques used therein (empirical enquiry). Secondly, it seeks to help you apply these analysis skills to real-life case problems. This module analyses and evaluates each of the key stages in the research process drawing on an appropriate range of theory.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£15,495

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£15,495

Entry requirements

Pass in an undergraduate degree in any subject from a recognised institution or Higher Education Diploma (3-5 years) with acceptable grades in any subject from a recognized institution. Age requirements: 18 years and above.