European Social Policy MRes

**Immerse yourself in the advanced research techniques and skills needed to analyse data and draw effective insights, with a focus on European social policy.**<br/><br/>By exploring the in-depth methods and approaches to quantitative and qualitative research, you’ll gain the essential skills to progress your studies or become a working researcher in the field of European social policy.<br/><br/>You’ll enhance your understanding of the techniques used in the analysis of large-scale data and how to effectively present key insights and findings.<br/><br/>This course is designed to provide high-quality training to potential doctoral students, as well as essential research skills that are desirable in a number of private and public sector roles. These may include:<br/><br/><br/>- policy analysts and applied researchers in national, European or international social or public policy organisations<br/><br/><br/>- middle and senior-ranking staff in the public, private or voluntary sectors of social policy<br/><br/><br/>**Why choose a Master of Research (MRes) degree**<br/><br/>An MRes is a master’s degree with a focus on research. The knowledge and expertise you’ll gain will prepare you for doctoral study and a range of non-academic careers that require strong research skills.<br/><br/>**Learn from experts in their field**<br/><br/>You’ll learn from experts in social policy and European studies research. Their passion, knowledge and research shape their teaching to enhance your learning experience.<br/><br/>**Gain important career skills**<br/><br/>We work to provide you with the tools and support to prepare you for employment and further study.<br/><br/>This includes advanced quantitative and qualitative research skills, and bibliographic skills; and the use of appropriate technology to undertake tasks that use these skills.<br/><br/>**Graduate prospects**<br/><br/>There is increasing demand for high-level quantitative and qualitative research skills from a wide range of private and public sector recruiters.<br/><br/>Many firms and government departments are now committed to data-driven decision-making, making use of the increased availability of big data.<br/><br/>This course will equip you with a hybrid skill set that combines quantitative, computing and analytical skills with an understanding of European social policy research and enquiry.<br/><br/>This MRes also equips you to go into further study at PhD level.