School of Social Science - University of Aberdeen courses

...For each area, students develop the relevant empirical and theoretical knowledge and understanding to produce in-depth analysis of complex problems...

...career prospects for over thirty years, and there is a network of alumni throughout the international system. The programme curriculum is regularly reviewed...

...which will allow students to tailor their own degree to their specific interests. In addition, students will write a dissertation on a topic of their own choice...

...The MSc, Diploma and Certificate in Religion and Society are designed for those who wish to earn a qualification that will build upon their experience in parish...

...Mid-career professionals, seeking to continue their career and intellectual development. Globalization is widely regarded as one of most important societal...

...over the twentieth Century (Cold War; fall of the Iron Curtain; breaking of the Berlin Wall; nationalist struggles and strife; integration of Europe)...

...This programme provides training in the philosophy and techniques of social research . It equips students with the skills they need to undertake independent...

...reflection on the epistemological, conceptual and ethical problems entailed in the conduct of research in these fields. It aims to guide students in how to access...

...The School element which teaches generic research skills; (b) The Department element which teaches discipline-specific skills; (c) A dissertation...

...The schedule of work for part-time students is agreed in consultation with the programme director. The MSc requires successful completion of 180 credits...

...in which religion has adapted to feminism and the growth of the women's movement. Religious Belief and Practice in the Modern World The course explores...

...To develop the necessary skills to sustain life-long learning. To develop the ability to undertake independent investigation. Suitable for: The degree...

...seeking to continue their career and intellectual development, will also benefit from this degree programme. The Globalization Programme reflects the international...

...skills in their specific areas of interest. Since many go on to undertake a PhD in Sociology, courses are designed to provide the support and training...

...PhD in any one of the constituent disciplines or in an area that overlaps two or more of them, or to enter employment as researchers in fields outside the academy...

...These include: Indigenous Media; Aboriginal Rights in a Global Context; Language in Culture and Society; Material Culture and Museums; Anthropology of the North...

...International Organisations in Europe offers an introduction to the European Union, NATO, OSCE and the Council of Europe. The course pays particular attention...

...In the third year students take courses in Research Methods and Sociological Theory. In the fourth year students begin their individual research projects...