MSc Social Science Research Methods (Sociology)

The Social Science Research Methods - Sociology (MSc) at Cardiff University is a one-year, full-time, postgraduate course that trains individuals to become effective social science researchers. This program provides a thorough, engaging, and challenging introduction to contemporary social science research needs and methods.Course Content: The MSc in Social Science Research Methods (Sociology) aims to deliver comprehensive training in the entire research process, starting from designing research questions and writing research proposals, to reading research materials critically and organising and conducting research projects.Key Modules: Participants of the program will be required to take core modules such as 'Designing and Conducting Social Science Research' and 'Social Science Research Methods', alongside additional sociology-related modules in 'Developments in Sociological Analysis', 'Key Issues in Sociology', 'Understanding Social Change', 'Digital Society', 'Gender, Sexuality and Bodies' and 'Protest, Advocacy and Change'.Accreditations: This programme is recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) for research training.Future Careers: Through this course, Cardiff University aims to position graduates for a successful career as a social science researcher, a profession that is highly sought after in public, private, and non-profit sectors. Besides this, the skills taught in the course are highly transferable and valued in various other professions as well. For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.