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Social Science Research (Political Science and International Relations) MA

University of Nottingham

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  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    University Park - Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    21-SEP-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our Social Science Research (Political Science and International Relations) MA course is aimed at students who want to become expert researchers in social science. If you are considering a university teaching or research career, then this programme will equip you with the methodological skills that you will need. Youll learn about methods and techniques used in social sciences research, such as:data collection and analysisthe philosophical, ethical and political issues that underpin social sciences researchtheories of research designYoull be led by experts whose research engages with fundamental political issues including security and terrorism, political corruption, and social and global justice.Youll graduate ready for research posts in academic, voluntary, private and third-sector settings.

Application deadline

24/08/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,750per 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 Nottingham

University of Nottingham

University of Nottingham

  • University League Table

    26th

  • Campus address

    University Park Campus, University Park Campus, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, NG7 2RD, United Kingdom

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A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Politics

    21st out of 77 3

    18th out of 103 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 197
    130 66%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    24th

    3

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    31st

    19

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    122 61%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    65.0 65%

    23rd

    5

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.18 79%

    31st

    20

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