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University of Manchester: Sociological Research
| Institution | University of Manchester |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Social Sciences |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| pg-soss@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 161 306 5500 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
Societies are shaped by social structures, institutions and relationships- understanding and analysing these forces is central to sociological research. Our MSc in Sociological Research will empower to you investigate social networks, norms, and change on a global scale, so we can better understand social structures and interactions.
We’ve designed this course to build on your existing knowledge of and passion for the social sciences. You will receive skills-based training in quantitative and qualitative research skills, allowing you to be an effective, professional sociological researcher.
Via mandatory course units, you’ll learn about key theoretical and philosophical debates in sociology, deepening your understanding of social forces, people, and institutions.
You will be able to pursue your own research interests with a choice of optional units that draw on our various areas of expertise, including socio-cultural change, gender and sexuality, and consumption and sustainability. As one of the largest sociological departments in the UK, there’s no shortage of topics you could cover.
This course is eligible for the 1+3 studentship offered by the Economic and Social Sciences Research Council (ESRC) North West Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP), offering a unique, fully-funded route into postgraduate research. If your application is successful, you’ll be able to seamlessly transition from master's-level study to a PhD.
Throughout your studies you’ll benefit from personalised support, allowing you to develop transferable skills in research, critical enquiry and creative thinking. You’ll graduate with the skills and experience you need for a successful career in a variety of sectors.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in Sociology or a Social Science Subject. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
This course aims to educate and train you to give you the requisite skills and knowledge to become an effective, professional sociological researcher. This entails teaching: - The philosophical underpinnings of sociology;
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Key issues and questions in sociology;
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Key sociological theories;
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Key issues in selected substantive areas of sociology (students are offered a range of options of such substantive areas);
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Principles of research design;
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Techniques and principles of quantitative analysis; and
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Techniques and principles of qualitative analysis.
This is a recognised 1+3 entry route for ESRC PhD training.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in Sociology or a Social Science Subject. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
This course aims to educate and train you to give you the requisite skills and knowledge to become an effective, professional sociological researcher. This entails teaching: - The philosophical underpinnings of sociology;
-
Key issues and questions in sociology;
-
Key sociological theories;
-
Key issues in selected substantive areas of sociology (students are offered a range of options of such substantive areas);
-
Principles of research design;
-
Techniques and principles of quantitative analysis; and
-
Techniques and principles of qualitative analysis.
This is a recognised 1+3 entry route for ESRC PhD training.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in Sociology or a Social Science Subject. When assessing your academic record we consider your degree subject, grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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