Overview

Engage in advanced training in research skills, methods, and theories.

Develop the techniques to conduct advanced research in Sociology and the social sciences.

Expand your knowledge and understanding, of sociological ideas, enhancing your career and research opportunities.

The Sociology and Social Research programme from Newcastle University equips you with an appreciation of the philosophical principles and epistemological frameworks that underpin all social enquiry.

Gain hands-on expertise with a range of social research methods and command a grasp of the core theoretical traditions and issues in sociology.

Career opportunities

Graduates have taken up roles in many sectors, such as:

voluntary and community sector

local government/public administration

international organisations

journalism

central government/civil service

social and legal research

marketing

education

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Engaging with Research (G)

Thinking about Research

Quantitative Analysis

Inequalities: Issues and Intersections

Creative Methods in Social Science

Qualitative Methodology in the Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-21 00:00:00

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More details

There is no application closing date for this course. It is suggested international students apply at least two months before the course starts.

Language

English

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125

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TOEFL^® IBT

90

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PTE Academic

70

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Sociology View 270 other Masters in Sociology in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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125

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90

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70

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a sociology/policy discipline such as:

criminology

organisational studies

cultural studies; media studies

media studies

film studies

human geography

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Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

25900 GBP / year

≈ 25900 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11400 GBP / year

≈ 11400 GBP / year

Additional Details

UK Part time: £5,700 / year

Living costs

Newcastle upon Tyne

United Kingdom

560 - 991 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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