Social Science Research Methods

Entry requirements

Upper second class Honours degree or equivalent normally required; other qualifications and background may be considered. Students for whom English is a second language will need English language proficiency of at least 6.5 IELTS test scores (or equivalent).

Months of entry

September

Course content

Summary

Our recently re-structured MRes in Social Science Research Methods prepares students for a research-related career by providing a structured programme of training in a range of research skills and methodologies, to enable students to approach a research project in a systematic and professional way.

The programme requires satisfactory completion of 180 credits, comprised of modules up to 120 credits, plus a 60 credit, 15-20,000 word dissertation. There are a broad range of assessment methods to evaluate your analytical abilities and your critical engagement with relevant debates, approaches, theories, scholarship, and evidence. These include: portfolios, essays, research proposals, reviews, reports, exams, learning plans, pilot studies and the dissertation. Written assignments for taught modules vary in length from 1,500 word reports to 5,000 word personal development portfolios.

Information for international students

Information can be found at: http://www.keele.ac.uk/studentfunding/bursariesscholarships/internationalfunding/postgraduate/

Fees and funding

Refer to University Postgraduate Office website

Qualification and course duration

MRes

PGDip

PGCert

Assessment