Bangor Business School MSc in Research Methodology is aimed at individuals who want to pursue a career in research within academic, commercial or non-profit sectors. The MSc provides a cutting edge and highly advanced training in both qualitative and quantitative research methods and theory within your chosen business context.

Our MSc in Research Methodology guides you through the whole process of undertaking business and management research from developing your initial research ideas to undertaken and reporting on a substantial piece of primary research.

You will be introduced to a variety of research methodologies and develop the ability to critique these and assess their applicability to real world research problems. You will work with real data (both qualitative and quantitative) to gain insight into significant research problems and provide potential solutions.

ESRC Recognition

The MSc Research Methodology is recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as the first year of a 1+3 PhD training programme.

Course Duration

1 year full-time; 2 years part time.

What will you study on this course?

Compulsory Modules:

• Research Colloquium
• Core Competencies
• Foundations in Social Research
• Research Applications
• Qualitative Methods for Researchers
• Quantitative Methods for Researchers
• MSc Dissertation

Optional Modules:

• Current Issues in Business and Management
• Quantitative Methods for Financial Studies

Modules for the current academic year

Module listings are for guide purposes only and are subject to change. Find out what our students are currently studying on the Research Methodology Modules  page.

Course content is for guidance purposes only and may be subject to change.

Graduates of the Bangor Business School programmes have excellent prospects for pursuing employment in a wide range of roles.

The MSc in Research Methodology provides an ideal pathway to PhD study and thus has ESRC recognition as part of Bangor Business School 1 + 3 PhD accreditation.

Our postgraduate degree programmes in Accounting, Banking and Finance address a wide range of high-profile issues affecting consumers, companies, financial institutions and the public sector. We deliver highly valued knowledge and transferable skills which prepare you for a very wide range of potential careers.