COURSE OVERVIEW

Gain advanced training in a range of qualitative and quantitative research methods used in the social sciences with our Master’s degree in Social Research Methods. This degree provides an excellent training basis to pursue a PhD, and is integrated into the ESRC Wales DTP 1 + 3 PhD programme.

You will develop a keen understanding of research ethics and governance, and learn about theoretical research concerns across the spectrum of social science disciplines.

You will learn to use a variety of research tools such as databases, statistical software, and computer programmes and develop extensive practical research skills to apply in a range of social science contexts.

WHY SOCIAL RESEARCH METHODS AT SWANSEA?

Based in our School of Social Sciences, you will benefit from a diverse teaching and research environment, with many opportunities to make connections across disciplines.

You will have access to state-of-the-art technology with more than twenty general purpose research rooms and numerous specialised testing facilities.

This Master’s degree course is accredited by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC).

You will study a combination of compulsory and optional modules covering key aspects of qualitative and quantitative research, statistical methods, ethics and philosophy of social research, and data collection methods. You will also complete a dissertation.