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Full time | Colchester Campus | 1 year | 03-OCT-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

1 year

Start date

03-OCT-24

Key information
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Qualification type

MSc - Master of Science

Subject areas

Anthropology Human Geography Immigration Studies

Course type

Taught

Course Summary

What trends in migration have we seen in recent years? Do some societies facilitate adaptation for migrants better than others? Migration, refugees and forced displacement are some of the most pressing and controversial challenges facing contemporary societies and nation states. Our course uniquely explores the study of migration through a sociological perspective and uses a scientific approach to investigate the key challenges that will shape policy agendas and the impact that this could have around the world.

Our MSc Migration Studies combines insights of sociological theory with the methodological rigour highly in demand by government, NGOs, and supranational institutions. Drawing on the expertise of leading researchers, you build the methodological skills needed to conduct your own research and make your own contribution to the field of migration. You gain a critical and coherent perspective on empirical research and examining the key assumptions and ideological underpinnings of qualitative and quantitative research. . This course covers a wide range of topics, including:

  • Citizenship and Human rights
  • Welfare
  • Immigration policy
  • Social cohesion and integration
  • Sociological research methods
  • Race, ethnicity, and identity
  • Multiculturalism

You also develop a strong theoretical understanding and address key issues surrounding migration.

Your future

A degree in Migration Studies with a sociological approach, especially one from a recognised centre of excellence like Essex, opens many doors.

This course provides excellent preparation for establishing a career in policy making, human rights organisations or to continue further academic study. Many of our postgraduates go on to successful academic careers, both in the UK and overseas.

Modules

What interests you? Do you want to deepen your knowledge, build invaluable research skills and develop your academic freedom? Your dissertation lets you study a topic of your choosing, in depth, with supervision and guidance from our world-leading academics.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

For this course (per year)

£10,000

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,700

Entry requirements

You need a 2.2 degree (o international equivalent) in a social science or Humanities subject. Your degree must include at least two Humanities or Social Science modules (Which can include the research project/dissertation): Including at least one full year relevant module in statistics or quantitative research Methods at 50% or above. Applications from students with a degree below a 2:2 or equivalent, or a non-social sciences degree, will be considered dependent on any relevant professional or voluntary experience, previous modules studied and/or personal statement.

University information

The University of Essex prides itself on being at the forefront of change. It is an institution with a culture of boldness where creativity and curiosity in learning are both encouraged and expected. It’s a UK university, placing 36th and 32nd according to the Whatuni Student Choice Awards 2023 and the 2024 Complete University Guide rankings, respectively. At the University of Essex, students are taught by world-leading academics in a...more

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