PostgraduateMSc

Social Science Research Methods (Politics)

Name: Social Science Research Methods (Politics)
Price: 29300 GBP
Availability: InStock

University of Bristol

Bristol, England

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1 yearDuration

£29,300Per Year (Intl)

£31,000Avg. Graduate Salary

N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MSc Social Science Research Methods (Politics) at University of Bristol. Based in Bristol, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. Gain Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)-approved research training in politics and international relations. Build a thorough grounding in practical methodological skills through hands-on experience and the critical exploration of relevant examples and case studies. This programme is particularly suited to those seeking a career as a social science researcher or continuing to PhD level, including ESRC-funded doctoral study. International tuition fees are £29,300 per year, home/UK fees are £15,200 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £34,500 within three years, a 81% continuation rate, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Philosophy and Epistemology

Qualitative Research Methods in Politics

Quantitative Data Analysis for Social Science

Research Design and Project Management

Secondary Data Sources and Documentary Analysis

Ethics and Governance in Social Research

Advanced Political Research: Case Studies and Interventions

Dissertation Project and Academic Writing

Academic Year:2026-27 entry

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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement

2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

Test	Overall	L	R	W	S
IELTS Academic	6.5	6	6	6	6

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£29,300

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£29,300

Home Student Fee

£15,200

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees and funding

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Bristol

Time After Graduation	Lower Quartile Salary	Median Salary	Upper Quartile Salary
15 months	£25,000	£31,000	£36,000
3 years	£26,500	£34,500	£46,000
5 years	£33,500	£46,500	£67,000

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

10%Studying

5%Work & Study

5%Seeking Work

55%Professional Jobs

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