Overview

In-depth quantitative and qualitative research methods form the core of this course. This allows you to develop your skills in some of the most essential areas to progress your studies or become a working researcher in the education sector.

The Education course at University of Bath aims to:

teach you to systematically review alternative approaches, methodologies and paradigms of research in social and educational enquiry
enable you to critically evaluate the application of these approaches in the specific areas of social and educational enquiry in which you specialise
embed you within an active research community, to help you identify and investigate your own original research questions
equip you with the skills to contribute to research projects using any of the main methodologies of the social sciences

You’ll develop your understanding of the approaches used to effectively analyse large-scale data. You’ll also learn how to present key findings and insights.This course is designed to provide high-quality training to potential doctoral students, as well as essential research skills that are desirable in a number of private and public sector roles.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Digital methods and data skills for MRes
Quantitative and qualitative research methods
Principles of social sciences research
Dissertation
Principles of social sciences research
Advanced quantitative methods
Research for policy: concepts, methods and values

Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-08-21 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-07-21 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above.
To apply for this course you may have an undergraduate degree in any subject.
In your application you will need to provide a max. 500 word personal statement in your own words which should explain:
(a) Why you wish to undertake a Master of Research and the interests and skills you particularly hope to develop on the course.
(b) Your research interests - please be specific.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25200 GBP / year

≈ 25200 GBP / year

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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