Sociology with Quantitative Methods MA (Hons)

Sociology examines how individual choices are affected by wider social forces, and how they can be understood by placing them in their social context. <br/><br/>You will study: <br/><br/><br/>* the relationship between individuals and groups <br/><br/><br/>* issues of belonging and identity <br/><br/><br/>* the social causes of cooperation and conflict <br/><br/><br/>* the way societies and social institutions are formed and change over time <br/><br/><br/>You will also learn to compare different national contexts and understand contemporary social issues from a global perspective. <br/><br/>**Quantitative methods**<br/><br/>One quarter of your study time on this programme will be devoted to quantitative methods. You will learn how to research sociology issues by using data in a practical setting. <br/><br/>**Internship**<br/><br/>This programme offers you the opportunity to take an internship, allowing you to gain practical experience and further strengthen your skills. Our placement hosts include prestigious institutions such as:<br/><br/><br/>* the Scottish Government<br/><br/><br/>* NHS Scotland<br/><br/><br/>* private sector employers<br/><br/><br/>**Q-Step support and funding**<br/><br/>This programme receives support and funding from the UK-wide Q-Step initiative. This means you will benefit from small class sizes and be able to develop your skills in close proximity to experts. <br/><br/>There is also plenty of support available if you are less confident with maths.