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Sociology MRes – 2 years part-time
Master
In Bath ()
Description
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Type
Master
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Duration
2 Years
While studying for this MRes you will systematically review and critically evaluate alternative approaches, methodologies and paradigms of research in sociology, as well as the application of these approaches in the specific areas of social enquiry in which you specialise.
You'll be supported by an active research community in identifying, investigating and realising your own original research. You will learn the skills needed to contribute to research projects using any of the main methodologies of the social sciences.
About this course
Develop in-depth knowledge and skills of research methods. Prepare yourself for an academic or professional career with a focus on sociology.
Our graduates have gone on to work in a wide variety of roles, such as:
social research in universities and research institutes, government, business, voluntary organisations and international organisations
public policy analysis at local, national and international levels
public information and campaigning in organisations concerned with wellbeing, sustainability and social justice
You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above.
To apply for this course you should have an undergraduate degree with some sociology content.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements.
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Subjects
- Sociology
- Apprenticeship
- Short
- Quantitative
- Quantitative Methods
- Skills
- Theoretical
- Theoretical Issues
- Issues in Sociology
- Research essay
- Independent
Course programme
These compulsory units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
Semester 1- Short research apprenticeship project (MRes)
- Quantitative methods 1: introduction to quantitative methods
- Qualitative methods 1
- Principles and skills of social research
- Theoretical issues in sociology
- Long research apprenticeship project (MRes)
- Research for policy: concepts, methods and values
- Either Quantitative methods 2 or Qualitative methods 2
- Plus one optional unit
MRes dissertation
Optional course unitsThese optional units are currently being studied by our students, or are proposed new units.
- Quantitative methods 2
- Qualitative methods 2
- Independent research essay
- Director of Studies approved unit
Learning
- Lectures
- Online resources
- Practical sessions
- Seminars
- Tutorials
- Workshops
- Coursework
- Dissertation
- Essay
- Multiple choice examination
- Online assessment
- Written examination
- Other
Additional information
Overseas deadline - 30 June 2020
Sociology MRes – 2 years part-time