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University of Essex: Sociological Research Methods
| Institution | University of Essex |
|---|---|
| Department | Sociology and Criminology |
| Web | http://www.essex.ac.uk |
| pgadmit@essex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01206 872719 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
Discover how to turn raw data into useful information which can tell us about how people work. You learn how to gain an understanding of society through carrying out case studies, surveys, and observational research.
Our MA Sociological Research provides a strong foundation in doing empirical research, encompassing both qualitative and quantitative methodologies. We offer you advanced study of research design and of specific research techniques and their evaluation. In the process you also acquire a critical appreciation of empirical research methodology.
Graduates of this course will understand the connection between theory and empirical methodology, and be able to produce, evaluate and effectively communicate research findings. You explore topics including:
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Debates in contemporary social theory
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The theory and methods of qualitative interviewing
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Quantitative data analysis
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Sociological research design
MA
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course can be found on the course finder on the University of Essex website: www.essex.ac.uk |
| Location | Colchester Campus University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ |
Fees
| England | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 23875 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23875 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course can be found on the course finder on the University of Essex website: www.essex.ac.uk |
| Location | Colchester Campus University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ |
Fees
| England | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 11025 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 23875 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 23875 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course can be found on the course finder on the University of Essex website: www.essex.ac.uk |
| Location | Colchester Campus University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ |
Fees
| England | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 22750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | Entry requirements for this course can be found on the course finder on the University of Essex website: www.essex.ac.uk |
| Location | Colchester Campus University of Essex Wivenhoe Park Colchester CO4 3SQ |
Fees
| England | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 10500 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 22750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 22750 GBP for Year 1 |
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