Applied Social Research Methods MSc

This master’s in Applied Social Research Methods equips you with the practical skills, academic knowledge, and professional attributes needed to design and deliver research projects from start to finish. The course focuses on building your capacity, expertise, and confidence in research, combining academic rigour with workplace readiness.<br/><br/>Unlike other programmes, we dive straight into designing research projects aimed at addressing real-world social issues. Through workshop and activity-based learning, you’ll explore participant recruitment, stakeholder engagement, and various research methods, while also being introduced to project management tools and critical ethical considerations.<br/><br/>The course emphasises interactive, hands-on learning over traditional lectures and essays. Youll work on your own projects in a collaborative environment, write research proposals addressing live social problems, and submit a portfolio of your work based on direct research experience.