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University of Kent

Social Research Methods - PCert, MSc

Name: Social Research Methods - PCert, MSc
Price: £10000 GBP

UNIVERSITY OF KENT

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Full time | Canterbury Campus | 1 year | OCT-25

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

OCT-25

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Social Research

Course Summary

The Social Research Methods MSc provides essential training for employment where an understanding of social research is important, as well as for further academic research in a social science discipline.This MSc course at Kent exposes students to a wide range of thinking and approaches in social science research presented in a multi-disciplinary context and at an advanced level.The focus of the course is on developing practical skills in data collection, in data analysis and interpretation, and in the presentation of research findings so that students gain insight into the research process from design to the production of new knowledge.More generally students will broaden their understanding of the philosophical, theoretical and ethical issues that matter in research, and will become aware of debates about the relationship between theory and research and between research and policy/practice.

Modules

SOCI8170 - Qualitative Research (20 Credits) - Core

This module focuses on the theory and practice of qualitative research. It explores the various aspects of using and collecting qualitative data. The aim of the module is to illustrate a range of practical techniques while considering related problems of evidence and inference in qualitative analyses.

SOCI8190 - Quantitative Data Analysis (20 Credits) - Core

SOCI8320 - Critical Social Research: Truth, Ethics and Power (20 Credits) - Core

SOCI8330 - Design of Social research (20 Credits) - Core

SOCI9981 - Preparing Your Dissertation (5 Credits) - Core

WSHOPWRIT - Write,Right - Core

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Course fees for UK students

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£10,000

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Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£19,300

Entry requirements

A good honours degree in a relevant subject. In certain circumstances, the School will consider applicants who have not followed a conventional education path and these cases are assessed individually. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications.

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The University of Kent is an internationally renowned institution located in Canterbury and offers an impressive portfolio of postgraduate degree courses. The university teaches advanced skills and provides access to fantastic professional networks and learning facilities, helping postgraduate students realise their academic and personal goals. Kent's campuses are based in amazing locations, with two UK campuses in Canterbury and Medway...more

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