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The MSc Research Methods with Education is a research-intensive master's programme designed for those interested in pursuing a PhD or a career in research. This course focuses on developing strong research skills combined with further study in education. It meets the research training requirements for ESRC scholarships and offers the opportunity to apply for scholarships through the North West Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership or the School of Environment, Education, and Development. The programme includes core units such as Research Literacy and Design, Qualitative and Quantitative Research Approaches, and a dissertation. You can also choose from options like Doing Environmental Research or Independent Research Methods. Entry requirements include a UK Honours degree with First classification or its overseas equivalent.

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Course description

MSc Research Methods is a research-intensive master's designed for those who wish to continue to PhD and/or are considering embarking on a career in research.

It has a strong focus on developing research skills combined with further study in education.

The MSc is designed to comply with the research training requirements for two ESRC scholarships as administered by the North West Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP): the three-year PhD scholarship (commonly termed +3) and the four-year scholarship that covers an eligible one year master's and a three-year PhD (commonly termed 1+3).

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Entry Requirements

We require a UK Honours degree with a First classification or the overseas equivalent, in a field pertaining to the chosen pathway.

When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.

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