MRes Social Science Research Methods

The MRes Social Science Research Methods course is a postgraduate program offered by the University of East Anglia. This course is designed to equip you with a range of in-depth research skills, as well as the ability to communicate the significance and potential impact of your research to a variety of audiences. It provides the necessary skills for those looking to pursue doctoral study or a career in research through multidisciplinary methods, taught by some of the UK's leading researchers.Course Content: The MRes course is a flexible multidisciplinary research degree that provides an excellent foundation for a career in research. The course combines a rigorous grounding in research methodology with the opportunity to specialise in your area of interest. The course has a strong interdisciplinary nature which extends across all faculties of the School of Social Sciences.Key Modules: The core first semester modules are aimed at providing a thorough understanding of research design and methods. Students will study 'Philosophy of Social Science Research', 'Quantitative Data Analysis', 'Research Design and Process' amongst other modules. In the second semester, students will focus on 'Qualitative Research Methods' or 'Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis' along with optional modules. The course also includes a dissertation.Accreditations: The University of East Anglia is a well-established higher learning institution accredited by recognised bodies.Future Careers: This course is highly suitable for those intending to continue with a PhD in any social science discipline but also for those intending to work in a sectors where good research skills are valued, including public policy and administration, non-governmental organisations and consultancies.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.