MSc Applied Social Research

The MSc Applied Social Research course offered by Edinburgh Napier University is a postgraduate, full-time research course that equips students with the necessary professional skills and knowledge to conduct and evaluate social research. This course mixes theory and practice to develop strong qualitative and quantitative research abilities.Course Content: The MSc Applied Social Research course is divided into a combination of theoretical discussions, practical exercises and independent study, including a 60 credit dissertation project. This is further divided into Trimester 1, 2 and 3. Trimester 1 and 2 involve core modules and Trimester 3 involves the dissertation. Each of the modules is worth 20 credits, apart from the dissertation which is worth 60 credits.Key Modules: The key modules covered in this course include Research Design, Qualitative Methods, Quantitative Methods, Applied Data Analysis, and Dissertation. In addition to this, students also select one module from a list that includes Social Theory, Crime and Society, and other interesting options. Accreditations: This course is acknowledged by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as meeting its requirements for postgraduate research training. Future Careers: Graduates of this MSc Applied Social Research course have the potential to move into roles such as research assistants or research officers, evaluators, university and college lecturers, school teachers, social and health services managers, statistics and information analysts, and other positions that value solid research skills.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.