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Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics (MSc)

University of Southampton

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Highfield Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    30-SEP-21

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

About this course

Learn how to investigate social issues and gather statistical evidence on this MSc Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics degree at the University of Southampton. Develop the knowledge and practical skills to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research into social issues. When you graduate you’ll be ready for a career in social research, or for continued study at PhD level.

On this UK master’s course you’ll develop in-depth knowledge of applied statistical methods and learn how to conduct both qualitative and quantitative research.

Quantitative research relies on numerical data to identify large-scale trends. Qualitative research uses techniques such as observation, interviews and open-ended surveys to find out why or how something occurs.

You can tailor this course to your research interests or career plans by choosing from a wide range of optional modules. These cover areas such as:

  • demography and demographic methods (relating to the structure of populations)
  • global health
  • gerontology
  • qualitative and mixed research methods

Careers

After graduating from this master’s course, you’ll be ideally placed for a career as a social researcher in government, national and international organisations, or the private sector.

You’ll also be in a great position to continue your studies at PhD level.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
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£ 19,850per year

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

University information

University of Southampton

University of Southampton

  • University League Table

    15th

  • Campus address

    University of Southampton, Highfield, Southampton, Hampshire, SO17 1BJ, England

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    Mathematics

    13th out of 72 11

    22nd out of 105 4

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  • Graduate prospects

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    17

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    4.05 81%

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    141 73%

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  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

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  • Student satisfaction

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    3.69 74%

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    19

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