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Postgraduate Diploma
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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Postgraduate Diploma
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
1 Year
Postgraduate Diploma
Bloomsbury (Central London) Campus
Full Time
SEP-25
1 Year
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COURSE OVERVIEW
Our MSc covers ontology, epistemology, quantitative and qualitative techniques, and advanced methods masterclasses. You also carry out an independent dissertation, putting into practice the methods and theoretical concepts you have been taught. The course provides a particularly strong environment for theoretically informed, interdisciplinary and socially engaged research.
METHODS OF ASSESSMENT ON THIS COURSE
MSc: Assessment is through a range of methods, including examinations, long essays, independent project work and a 15,000-word dissertation. The assessment methods have been designed to allow you to demonstrate practical skills, critical thinking and the ability to work independently on a piece of research.
CAREERS AND EMPLOYABILITY
Graduates can pursue career paths in government departments, think tanks, NGOs, the Civil Service and political parties. Possible professions include:
social researcher
government social researcher
human resources officer
higher education lecturer
politician’s assistant.
At least a second-class honours degree (2:2) in a relevant social science subject and/or relevant work or other (for example, voluntary) experience. Other qualifications may also be considered.
Students living in
Rest of World
£13,220 per year
Students from International
Living Cost - Books and Equipment: £20 per week.
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