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University of Salford: Applied Social Research Methods
| Institution | University of Salford |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Health and Society |
| Web | http://www.salford.ac.uk |
| enquiries@salford.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 0161 295 4545 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods will equip you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes necessary to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. At heart, this course will build your capacity, expertise, and confidence in designing and undertaking research from inception to delivery. Our course is underpinned by academic rigour twinned with a commitment to workplace readiness.
Unlike other courses, we dive straight into designing research projects to help inform the tackling of real-world social problems. Using workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore how best to recruit participants and work with stakeholders; you’ll try out different methods to explore their pros and cons; you’ll be introduced to project management tools and supported to think critically about the ethical dimensions of research work.
Each session on the course is scaffolded with academic insight and rigour but delivered in a way that inspires discussion, action, and professional growth. Instead of being lectured at for hours, you’ll be progressing your own projects in an interactive environment. Instead of essays, you’ll be writing research proposals in response to a live social problem. Instead of exams, you’ll submit a portfolio of your own work, based on your direct research and methods experience.
You will: - Develop advanced skills in designing, conducting, analysing, and reporting social research projects, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
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Gain a deeper understanding of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of social research and how to appraise these.
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Gain a critical understanding of the ethical issues that underpin social research and the ability to reflect on your own positionality and practice as a researcher.
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Learn to critically evaluate existing research and evidence and to communicate your findings effectively to different audiences.
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Be exposed to diverse perspectives and approaches from different disciplines and cultures, and be encouraged to collaborate with other researchers and practitioners.
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Gain the knowledge and practice base necessary for further study at doctoral level
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods will equip you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes necessary to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. At heart, this course will build your capacity, expertise, and confidence in designing and undertaking research from inception to delivery. Our course is underpinned by academic rigour twinned with a commitment to workplace readiness.
Unlike other courses, we dive straight into designing research projects to help inform the tackling of real-world social problems. Using workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore how best to recruit participants and work with stakeholders; you’ll try out different methods to explore their pros and cons; you’ll be introduced to project management tools and supported to think critically about the ethical dimensions of research work.
Each session on the course is scaffolded with academic insight and rigour but delivered in a way that inspires discussion, action, and professional growth. Instead of being lectured at for hours, you’ll be progressing your own projects in an interactive environment. Instead of essays, you’ll be writing research proposals in response to a live social problem. Instead of exams, you’ll submit a portfolio of your own work, based on your direct research and methods experience.
You will: - Develop advanced skills in designing, conducting, analysing, and reporting social research projects, using both qualitative and quantitative methods.
-
Gain a deeper understanding of the philosophical and theoretical foundations of social research and how to appraise these.
-
Gain a critical understanding of the ethical issues that underpin social research and the ability to reflect on your own positionality and practice as a researcher.
-
Learn to critically evaluate existing research and evidence and to communicate your findings effectively to different audiences.
-
Be exposed to diverse perspectives and approaches from different disciplines and cultures, and be encouraged to collaborate with other researchers and practitioners.
-
Gain the knowledge and practice base necessary for further study at doctoral level
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
Summary
This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.
Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.
The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. You'll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | - A lower second-class (2:2) or above in an undergraduate degree is required. We welcome applications from students who may not have formal/traditional entry criteria but who have relevant experience or the ability to pursue the course successfully. The Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process could help you to make your work and life experience count. |
| Location | Peel Park Campus The Crescent Salford M5 4WT |
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