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University of Essex: Sociological Research Methods
| Institution | University of Essex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Sociology and Criminology |
| Web | 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 | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21700 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 | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 10000 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 21700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 21700 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 | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 20700 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 | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 9660 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
We Are Essex. Are you? Join the University of Essex, one of the top 30 universities in the UK (Guardian University Guide 2024).
As an Essex postgraduate you’ll have the freedom to challenge, ask the difficult questions and take intellectual risk. You’re taught and supported by world-leading academics in our research-intensive environment that will enable you to make a difference. You’ll be among Nobel Prize-winners, award-winning directors, presidents, astronauts and over 100,000 other alumni who have gone on to shape the world.
Research quality
We’re dedicated to delivering high-impact research, our pioneering work continues to change the world. During …
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