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Overview
The MSc is designed to comply with the research training requirements for two ESRC scholarships as administered by the North West Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP): the three-year PhD scholarship and the four-year scholarship that covers an eligible one year master's and a three-year PhD .
The Research Methods with Planning and Environmental Management course offered at The University of Manchester is ideal if you want to apply for an ESRC scholarship through the NWSSDTP or a School of Environment, Education and Development scholarship. NWSSDTP approved master's must meet the minimum research training requirement expected by the ESRC.
Career opportunities
MSc Research Methods is ideal if you are considering PhD study and/or a career in research in planning and environmental management.
More generally, Planning and Environmental Management graduates are popular with employers, particularly in consultancy, where the ability to analyse and propose policies and implement strategies is vital. After London, Manchester hosts the largest number of planning and environmental consultancies in the UK.
Programme Structure
Courses included:
- Research Literacy and Design
- Qualitative Research Approaches
- Quantitative Research Approaches
- Dissertation
You will select one from the following options:
- Doing Environmental Research
- Development Fieldwork
- Independent Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 59
TOEFL® IBT 90
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Environmental Engineering Environmental Management Environmental Sciences View 103 other Masters in Environmental Engineering in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
PTE Academic 59
TOEFL® IBT 90
Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum 2:1 Honours degree.
- Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.
Tuition Fee
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International
21000 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 21000 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
10500 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 10500 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for Manchester
645 - 1197 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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