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Overview
Course Details
At this Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics MSc course offered by the University of Southampton 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
Career Opportunities
- 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.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Research Communication Skills
- Analysis of Hierarchical (Multilevel & Longitudinal) Data
- Qualitative Methods
- Survey Design
- Statistical Computing
- Understanding Population Change
- Design of Experiments
- Computer Intensive Statistical Methods
- Complex Survey Data Analysis
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Psychology Sociology Statistics View 220 other Masters in Statistics in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- You’ll need a 2:1 degree in a social science or another subject where you can show evidence of a basic knowledge of quantitative analysis.
- Non-graduate qualifications such as the Graduate Diploma of the Royal Statistical Society will also be considered.
Tuition Fee
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International
22136 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 22136 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Southampton
697 - 1093 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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