Research Methods with Human Geography MSc

MSc Research Methods is a research-intensive masters designed for those who wish to continue to PhD and/or are considering embarking on a career in research. It has a strong focus on developing research skills combined with further study in human geography.<br/><br/>The MSc is designed to comply with the research training requirements for two ESRC scholarships as administered by the North West Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (NWSSDTP): the three-year PhD scholarship (commonly termed +3) and the four-year scholarship that covers an eligible one year masters and a three-year PhD (commonly termed 1+3).<br/><br/>The course is ideal if you want to apply for an ESRC scholarship through the NWSSDTP or a School of Environment, Education and Development scholarship.<br/><br/>NWSSDTP approved masters must meet the minimum research training requirement expected by the ESRC.<br/><br/>Manchester is the ideal place to study Geography. The worlds first industrial city, now a vibrant twenty-first century metropolis set between three National Parks, Manchester and its environment are an important resource for field teaching throughout your course.<br/><br/>Geography has been taught at The University of Manchester for more than 125 years.<br/><br/>We have a vibrant community of students and academic staff, with a wide range of teaching and research interests and an impressive international research reputation.