Social Research Methods, MSc
Swansea UniversitySingleton Park Campus, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our MSc in Social Research Methods provides you with advanced training, in both qualitative and quantitative approaches, that are widely used across the social sciences. You will be trained together with ESRC/WGSSS doctoral students on a quality research methods enhancement scheme, where you will gain a strong grounding in research ethics and governance, while developing the practical skills to design, conduct and critically evaluate research. The programme will equip you with the ability to work confidently with a range of tools and techniques, including specialist databases, statistical software and digital research programmes, preparing you to apply these skills across diverse social science contexts.
This MSc is underpinned by a philosophy that combines critical engagement with theory and hands-on practice, enabling you to become a reflective, skilled and independent researcher. As such, it provides an excellent basis to go on and pursue a PhD.
Key highlights
- Advanced training in both qualitative and quantitative research methods
- Taught alongside ESRC/WGSSS doctoral students on a methods enhancement scheme
- Strong grounding in research ethics and governance
- Hands-on use of specialist databases, statistical software and digital tools
- Develops skills to design, conduct and critically evaluate research
- Excellent preparation for progression to PhD study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — 2:1.
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
International Postgraduate Alumni Bursaries
First Class - £5,000 per year; Second Class, First division - £3,000 per year; Second Class, Second division - £1,000 per year; Taught Masters to Research Degree - £3,000 per year subject to satisfactory progress.
Swansea University International Postgraduate Research Excellence Scholarship (SUIPRES)
The SUIPRES Scholarship covers the difference between the International and the Home tuition fee rate for the duration of the PhD/Professional Doctorate programme.
Careers this course leads to
- Social researcher
- Research analyst
- Policy researcher
- Data analyst
- Market research analyst
- PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £10,200 per year | International: £19,200 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Swansea University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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