Nottingham,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
MA Social Science Research (Social Policy and Social Work) in Nottingham United Kingdom | University of Nottingham
University of Nottingham
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Nottingham United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
22,600
(c. USD30,266.15)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months
This master's program is designed for students pursuing an ESRC-funded route to a PhD or those seeking to develop comprehensive social science research skills. You'll gain both theoretical knowledge and practical abilities to conduct independent studies.
As part of the Midlands Graduate School ESRC Doctoral Training Partnership, the program emphasizes integrating advanced expertise into doctoral education.
You'll explore essential social science research methodologies including:
gathering and interpreting data
the philosophical, ethical, and political foundations of social science inquiry
research design principles
Taught by specialists engaged in policy-shaping projects across social care, identity studies, and criminal justice, you'll complete the program prepared for research roles in academic, nonprofit, corporate, and public sector environments.
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 7.0
Qualification Requirements
2:1 (or international equivalent) in a relevant subject in the arts, humanities, or social sciences
IELTS - 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element), TOEFL (iBT) - 100 (with a minimum of 20 in speaking and 19 in all other elements)
IELTS - 7.0 (with a minimum of 6.0 in each element), TOEFL (iBT) - 100 (with a minimum of 20 in speaking and 19 in all other elements)
Tuition
GBP
22,600