Overview

Through the Social Science Research (Criminology)  from the University of Nottingham you'll learn about methods and techniques used in social science research such as:

• data collection and analysis
• the philosophical, ethical and political issues that underpin social science research
• theories of research design

You'll be lead by experts who are involved in projects that inform public and social policy, in areas such as criminal justice, social care, and identities. You'll graduate ready for research posts in academic, voluntary, private and third-sector settings.

Career opportunities:

This Social Science Research (Criminology)  course from the University of Nottingham provides an excellent route into further academic study and many of the students go on to complete doctoral research before pursuing an academic career.

It will also prepare you for research and managerial roles in private, public, and third sector organisations, non-governmental organisations, academia, the civil service and journalism.

89.3% of postgraduates from the School of Sociology and Social Policy secured graduate level employment or further study within 15 months of graduation. The average annual salary for these graduates was £28,886.