Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the PgCert Social Research Methods at University of Kent. Based in Canterbury, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 9-month full-time and part-time structure. The MSc Social Research Methods provides essential training for employment where an understanding of social research is important, as well as for further academic research in a social science discipline. This MSc programme at Kent exposes students to a wide range of thinking and approaches in social science research presented in a multi-disciplinary context and at an advanced level. The focus of the programme is on developing practical skills in data collection, in data analysis and interpretation, and in the presentation of research findings so that students gain insight into the research ... International tuition fees are £6,900 per year, home/UK fees are £3,080 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 78% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, and 71% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:2 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| PTE Academic | 67 | — | — | — | — |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£6,900
per year
Home Student Fee
£3,080
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
Graduate Outcomes
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💰 Graduate Salaries — University of Kent
| Time After Graduation | Lower Quartile Salary | Median Salary | Upper Quartile Salary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 years | £12,000 | £19,000 | £25,000 |
| 5 years | £10,000 | £22,000 | £32,000 |
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