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Social Science Research (Business and Management Studies) MSc

Loughborough University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Loughborough University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    29-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Our MSc Social Science Research (Business and Management Studies) will provide you with a comprehensive overview of the key methodological and philosophical debates that shape the social sciences and give you the specialised research tools and skills you'll need for your future career.The programme is designed for graduates wishing to pursue a career in academia, practitioners in management and business who wish to both develop and strengthen their applied research skills or those wishing to conduct research in non-academic public and private sector roles, such as think tanks.You will be taught by experienced and internationally recognised researchers. The strong emphasis on applying qualitative and quantitative skills to tackle research problems (as well as a focus on developing critical thinking skills) will sharpen the applied research skills of current or aspiring business and management practitioners. The programme also provides a robust foundation for academic PhD research. On completion, you will have met the training requirements for PhD funding from the ESRC.You will cover subjects including the philosophy of social science, qualitative and quantitative research methods, research design and practice, and a dissertation. You will also study optional modules in a range of advanced research methods.As a student of our MSc Social Science Research (Business and Management Studies), you will be based within a school that is a leading international player in research and teaching across the business, management and finance disciplines. Our research is comprehensive in scope and very highly regarded by academics and practitioners alike. We provide a dynamic and inspiring environment to undertake the MSc Social Science Research.

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 25,500per year

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

University information

Loughborough University

Loughborough University

Loughborough University

  • University League Table

    7th

  • Campus address

    Loughborough University, Epinal Way, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3TU, United Kingdom

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The university's two campuses are located in Loughborough and London, both close to airports, making it easy to explore Europe and beyond.
Loughborough's research community has over 1,200 research students spanning 90 nationalities, with more than 800 members of staff supporting them.
Home to over 18,000 students and staff from more than 130 different countries. Of the students based at the London campus, 80% are international students.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Business & Management Stu

    11th out of 123 1

    4th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 217
    156 72%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    89.0 89%

    6th

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.08 77%

    60th

    32

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    146 70%

    21st

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    74.0 74%

    9th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 5
    3.15 79%

    26th

    17

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