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PostgraduateMaster of Research

Social Research and Law and Legal Studies

Birkbeck, University of London
London, England
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1 yearDuration
£20,850Per Year (Intl)
£30,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MRes Social Research and Law and Legal Studies at Birkbeck, University of London. Based in London, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Our MRes Social Research and Law and Legal Studies is an interdisciplinary social science training programme designed to prepare you for further research in the workplace or for MPhil/PhD study. The course covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses alongside substantive courses in the area of law and legal studies. You will also carry out an independent dissertation, putting into practice the methods and theoretical concepts you have been taught. International tuition fees are £20,850 per year, home/UK fees are £11,340 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 100% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, and a 80% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Research Philosophy and Design
Quantitative Methods in Social Research
Qualitative Research Methodologies
Law and Society
Advanced Research Methods Masterclass
Critical Approaches to Legal Studies
Independent Dissertation Research
Contemporary Issues in Socio-Legal Research
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:2

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£20,850

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£20,850

Home Student Fee

£11,340

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Birkbeck, University of London

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£27,500£30,000£43,000
3 years£16,500£23,000£31,000
5 years£24,000£31,500£39,500
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH15). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
65%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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About Birkbeck, University of London

Birkbeck, University of London offers Social Research and Law and Legal Studies as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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