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About the course
Overview
- Training in social science research techniques to enable you to undertake cutting-edge research
- Gain core academic, personal and key skills that are both relevant and transferable to employment
- Draw on the expertise of highly respected research centres at the forefront of their respective disciplines
- Take part in joint seminar programmes offering insights into a very wide range of research cultures and specialisms
- Excellent preparation for students intending to continue on to doctoral research
Learning and teaching
Teaching takes place over the first two terms, leaving the third for your dissertation. Research-centred teaching is at the heart of the programme. Teaching is done in small seminar groups to allow students the best possible interaction with academic staff, through individual presentations and round table discussions of common readings.
Entry Requirements
We are looking for graduates with a 2:1 or above in their first degree in a relevant subject area. While we normally only accept applicants who meet this criteria, if you have a high 2:2 or equivalent, are coming from a different academic background which is equivalent to degree level, or have relevant work experience, we would welcome your application.
Please visit our entry requirements section for equivalencies from your country and further information on English language requirements.
Fees
For current programme fees please see our website.
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