Research course

Advanced Quantitative Methods

Institution
University of Bristol · School of Geographical Sciences
Qualifications
PhD

Entry requirements

At least a 2:1 in a relevant subject, or a master's qualification, or be working towards a master's qualification, or international equivalent in a relevant field.

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Months of entry

September

Course content

The Advanced Quantitative Methods (AQM) pathway is designed to foster research that pushes the boundaries of quantitative methodologies in the social sciences. AQM is fundamentally about methodological innovation and application. It aims to support research that either advances existing quantitative methods or applies cutting-edge techniques to social science topics

The pathway aims to promote research that employs sophisticated statistical, mathematical, econometric, and computational modelling techniques. This includes, but is not limited to, process modelling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence. Projects may involve applying statistical methods used in other disciplines to social science problems, or developing novel statistical methods for analysing social-science data.

Information for international students

See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website.

Fees and funding

This pathway is part of the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) South West Doctoral Training Partnership for the South West (SWDTP), offering opportunities for funded PhD studentships.

The studentships offered are via the 1+3 and +3 routes. Students with a masters degree that fulfils the ESRC’s training requirements may register directly for a PhD on the three year +3 route. Students without a suitable masters can apply for the 1+3 route that involves studying for an ESRC accredited masters, (the +1), followed by the three year PhD (+3). For the AQM pathway, our masters offered is the MSc Geographic Data Science and Spatial Analytics.

Further information on funding for prospective UK and international postgraduate students.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PhD
    full time
    48 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    84 months
    • Campus-based learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

Name
Postgraduate Admissions Team
Email
geog-pgadmis@bristol.ac.uk
Phone
+44 (0) 117 928 7878