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Sociology with Quantitative Methods MA (Hons)

The University of Edinburgh

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UCAS CODE: 5S9K

Course options

  • Qualification

    Master of Arts (with Honours) - MA (Hons)

  • Location

    Central area campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    SEP-24

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

Sociology examines how individual choices are affected by wider social forces, and how they can be understood by placing them in their social context. You will study: the relationship between individuals and groups issues of belonging and identity the social causes of cooperation and conflict the way societies and social institutions are formed and change over time You will also learn to compare different national contexts and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective.


Quantitative methods

One quarter of your study time on this programme will be devoted to quantitative methods. You will learn how to research sociology issues by using data in a practical setting.


Internship

This programme offers you the opportunity to take an internship, allowing you to gain practical experience and further strengthen your skills. Our placement hosts include prestigious institutions such as: the Scottish Government NHS Scotland private sector employers


Q-Step support and funding

This programme receives support and funding from the UK-wide Q-Step initiative. This means you will benefit from small class sizes and be able to develop your skills in close proximity to experts. There is also plenty of support available if you are less confident with maths.

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 26,500per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

Entry requirements

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A level : AAA

Required subjects: A Levels: Mathematics at B, or AS Mathematics at A. GCSEs: English at C or 4.

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University information

The University of Edinburgh

  • University League Table

    12th

  • Campus address

    University of Edinburgh, Student Recruitment and Admissions, 33 Buccleuch Place, Edinburgh, Edinburgh, City Of, EH8 9JS, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    12th out of 101 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 198
    188 91%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    54.0 54%

    50th

    20
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.50 70%

    94th

    24

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