Overview
The Social Science Research (Social Policy) MSc programme at Loughborough University consists of compulsory and optional modules, delivered across four different academic schools within the University, meaning you benefit from an interdisciplinary approach to your studies. The academic schools are:
- School of Social Sciences and Humanities
- School of Sport, Exercise, and Health Sciences
- School of Business and Economics
- School of Science
Careers
On completion of the course, you will have met the training requirements for PhD funding from the ESRC, opening up the possibility of securing PhD funding from the ESRC.
Recent graduate destinations include:
- Rochester College, USA, Associate Professor and Department Chair
- The University of Manchester, Lecturer
- Bournemouth University, Senior Lecturer
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Philosophy of Social Science
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Research Design and Practice
- Dissertation in Social Science Research (Social Policy)
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Understanding Social Policy Research
- Dissertation in Social Science Research (Social Policy)
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
- Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Social Work Sociology Public Policy View 567 other Masters in Sociology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- A 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in a related discipline.
Tuition Fee
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International
20800 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 20800 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10100 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10100 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Loughborough
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.