MSc Social Research
University of HullCottingham Road, Hull, HU6 7RX
Course overview
Our MSc in Social Research is the ideal postgraduate course for keen researchers who are naturally curious, interested in complexity, and ready to apply their practical skills in the real world. Working with passionate lecturers throughout the course, you’ll examine issues across the social sciences, drawing from quantitative and qualitative research methods. The programme uses an inquiry-based approach which encourages critical thinking, teamwork, and independent study in a chosen specialist area within social research.
For those looking to pursue further academic research, there’s an opportunity to progress to a PhD using this course as a solid foundation for multi-disciplinary research. A day in the life at Hull
Key highlights
- Covers both quantitative and qualitative research methods across the social sciences
- Inquiry-based teaching develops critical thinking, teamwork and independent study
- Independent study in a chosen specialist area of social research
- Solid foundation for progression to multi-disciplinary PhD research
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — For this course, you'll need a 2:2 in any bachelors degree.
Scholarships
Alumni Postgraduate Scholarship
If you progress from studying an undergraduate degree at the University of Hull to an eligible taught master's degree in 2025/26 we'll give you a 20% discount on the cost of your tuition fees.
Up to 20% of feesGREAT Scholarship
Minimum of £10,000
Up to £10,000PGT International Fee Waivers – South Asia and Sub-Saharan Africa
Up to £2,000
Careers this course leads to
- Social researcher
- Research officer
- Policy analyst
- Data analyst
- Market research analyst
- PhD researcher
Cost of study
UK/Home: £11,485 per year | International: £18,800 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 University of Hull, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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