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Full time & Part time September MA 1 year full time; 2 years part time Award winner
Sociology (33)

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Are you passionate about social science research? The MA Social Research programme is designed to equip you with the skills and knowledge needed to become a highly skilled researcher in the field. With a focus on qualitative and quantitative methods, you'll learn from internationally recognised experts in various social science disciplines. Tailor your studies to your interests from a range of social sciences departments, and complete an independent research project or dissertation. Entry requirements include a 2:1 or equivalent in a relevant subject, but lower qualifications may be considered with high marks in relevant modules or professional experience. Prepare for a career in academia, government, or commercial research with this recognised and highly sought-after qualification.

About the course

Develop the skills and knowledge to become a highly skilled social science researcher.

Prepare for a career in social science research. 

This course gives you the ideal platform to showcase your capabilities to future employers and PhD programmes alike – so you can break new ground in the worlds of professional and academic research.

Drawing on expertise from across the social sciences, you'll develop highly sought-after research skills to world-class standards. You can tailor your studies to your own interests from the social sciences, and you'll complete a dissertation in one of our departments in the Faculty of Social Sciences:

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Entry Requirements

2:1 or equivalent in a relevant subject. We are willing to consider your application if you have lower qualifications, especially if you have high marks in relevant modules and/or appropriate professional experience. If you are applying with a lower qualification, you must include a written work sample with your application.

If English isn't your first language you may need to provide evidence of your English language ability.

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Where is University of York
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