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Birkbeck, University of London: Social Research
| Institution | Birkbeck, University of London View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social Sciences |
| Web | http://www.bbk.ac.uk/ |
| Telephone | 0203 907 0700 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Our social research postgraduate course is an interdisciplinary social science training programme designed to prepare you for further research in the workplace or for MPhil/PhD study.
We offer this course as a Master’s, Postgraduate Diploma and Postgraduate Certificate. For the Diploma and Certificate you study fewer modules and do not complete a dissertation.
MSc Social Research
Our MSc covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses. You 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.
Postgraduate Diploma in Social Research
Our Postgraduate Diploma is designed to prepare you for further research in the workplace. The course covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses. It provides a particularly strong environment for theoretically informed, interdisciplinary and socially engaged research.
Postgraduate Certificate in Social Research
Our Postgraduate Certificate is designed for people working in social research or related areas who find themselves needing a stronger grounding in formal qualitative and quantitative research methods. There is an emphasis on applying research techniques, including interviewing, focus groups and data analysis using SPSS. Epistemological issues in designing research projects are also addressed.
Highlights
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Rigorous training in a range of contemporary social research methods.
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Excellent foundation for doctoral social research.
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Interdisciplinary, theoretically informed and creative approach to research.
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Exemplifies methods with a wide range of interesting examples from topical areas of social research.
Careers and employability
Graduates can pursue career paths in government departments, think tanks, NGOs, the Civil Service and political parties. Possible professions include:
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social researcher
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government social researcher
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human resources officer
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higher education lecturer
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politician’s assistant.
We offer a comprehensive careers service - Careers and Enterprise - your career partner during your time at Birkbeck and beyond. At every stage of your career journey, we empower you to take ownership of your future, helping you to make the connection between your experience, education and future ambitions.
MSc
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 12000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 12000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 12000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 12000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20850 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 6000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 6000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 6000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 6000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 10425 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 6950 GBP for Year 1 |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
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| Northern Ireland | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 7560 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 13900 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Applications are reviewed on their individual merits and your professional qualifications and/or relevant work experience will be taken into consideration positively. We actively support and encourage applications from mature learners. |
| Location | Main Site Malet Street London WC1E 7HX |
Fees
| England | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 3780 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 6950 GBP for Year 1 |
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