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Coventry University: Sociology and Social Research MA

Institution Coventry University View institution profile
Department School of Social Science and Humanities
Web www.coventry.ac.uk/postgraduate
Study type Taught

Summary

Choose your start date. You have six opportunities to join this course throughout the year.

About the course: Learn how to tackle global and local challenges through sociology and social research, with a focus on social change and impactful applied research to address pressing societal issues.

Key course content includes: - sociological analysis and research skills: learn to address societal challenges such as identity, global crises, and digital transformation through advanced research methods and ethical practices

  • global and intersectional perspectives: explore global issues such as climate change, inequality, and cultural diplomacy using feminist, decolonial and postcolonial frameworks

  • power, resistance, and social impact: investigate power dynamics, social movements and justice to address issues such as systemic racism, digital divides and inequality.

Why you should study this course - Diverse staff expertise and experience: learn from sociology subject specialists in gender, sexuality, globalisation, race and ethnicities, health, contemporary cultures and crime. (Staff are subject to change.)

  • Social research opportunities: be part of a co-created and collaborative learning community, actively participating in knowledge production through training in research methods.

  • Supportive learning environment: benefit from the support of a course team which understands the connections between your academic success and personal well-being, along with comprehensive university support services.

  • Flexible entry: benefit from a flexible mode of course delivery with multiple course entry points, accommodating diverse learning goals and allowing you to tailor your studies to progress from undergraduate to doctoral research or to gain new skills and perspectives relevant to your professional environment.

Collaborations Endorsement by the Royal Society for Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) Coventry University and the RSA have collaborated on a module concerning social and ethical responsibility. You will be entitled to a 12-month fellowship of the RSA so you can access all RSA resources and platforms during your period of study. Once you have successfully passed the Global Affairs in Action module, you will receive an RSA digital credential.

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Coventry

Coventry University is a provider of world-class teaching, learning and impactful research, and push the boundaries of what higher education can achieve regionally, nationally and across the world.

We are a place where all students can achieve their ambitions. We focus on employability, practical learning and personalised support. We help our students to get the knowledge and skills they need for their chosen career and support them to develop confidence in themselves and their abilities.

You can choose from a wide range of postgraduate courses or research degrees which are delivered from our main campuses in Coventry …

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