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Overview
Social Research (Part-time) course at Birkbeck, University of London is an emphasis on applying research techniques, including interviewing, focus groups and data analysis using SPSS. Epistemological issues in designing research projects are also addressed.
Our program:
- Provides a rigorous training in quantitative and qualitative social research methods.
- Exemplifies methods with a wide range of interesting examples from topical areas of social research.
- Introduces freely available quantitative datasets and illustrates how they can be used in addressing research questions.
Careers
Graduates go into research roles in government departments, think tanks, NGOs, the Civil Service and political parties. Possible professions include social researcher, government social researcher, or human resources officer. This Social Research course at Birkbeck, University of London may also be useful in becoming a higher education lecturer or politician’s assistant.
Programme Structure
Courses Include:
- Advanced Topics in Quantitative Social Research
- Applied Social Data Analysis in R
- Experiments in Social Science
- Quantitative Social Research
- Qualitative Research Design
- Qualitative Social Research Methods
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 12 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
You are strongly advised to apply now, to ensure there are still places on your chosen course and to give you enough time to complete the admissions process.
Language
English
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
Credits
60 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Sociology Educational Research Cognitive Sciences View 195 other Masters in Cognitive Sciences in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Lower Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
TOEFL® IBT 79
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A second-class honours degree (2:2) or above in a social science or other relevant subject. Other qualifications may also be considered.
- On your application form, please list all your relevant qualifications and experience, including those you expect to achieve.
- Your personal details
- Your qualifications
- Your work experience
- Your personal statement
- Referees
- Statistical information
- English proficiency
- The application form
Tuition Fee
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International
5460 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 5460 GBP per year during 12 months. -
National
3010 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3010 GBP per year during 12 months.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 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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