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Social Research PgDip (part time)

University of Dundee
Dundee, Scotland
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18 monthsDuration
£7,950Per Year (Intl)
£3,680Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The PgDip Social Research PgDip (part time) at University of Dundee is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about understanding society. Based in Dundee, Scotland, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 18-month part-time structure. Social research methods are a means of providing evidence to examine ideas about society and are important to social scientists who want to study a particular problem or to test a theory. They are also fundamental tools of value to government, service providers, and to business. You will gain skills in a diverse range of quantitative and qualitative research methods and engage with ‘live’ research issues and external organisations. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 99% continuation rate, and 72% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Research Philosophy and Design
Quantitative Research Methods
Qualitative Research Methods
Data Analysis and Interpretation
Ethnographic and Participatory Research
Research in Practice Placement
Dissertation or Major Research Project
Research Ethics and Governance
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

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🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.566
PTE Academic69

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£7,950

per year

Total Course Cost (18 months)£15,900

Home Student Fee

£3,680

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

66%Working
6%Studying
9%Work & Study
8%Seeking Work
69%Professional Jobs
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About University of Dundee

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