Social Research postgraduate degrees in North East England

8 universities offer 21 postgraduate courses. To get the best results for postgraduate social research degrees, enter your predicted grades.

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University of Hull

1 social-research courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 51st
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University of Hull has a beautiful and serene environment suitable for learning and even relaxing. The lecturers are very warm and receptive. Things that could be improved: student union (I don’t really see what they do, I’m sorry); the university should make arrangements with more landlords in order to make students living easier; Timetable should be more flexible (we asked for a change in my department but nothing was done)

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MSc in Social Research
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Year 1
  • Advanced Quantitative Analysis
  • Analysing Qualitative Data
  • Collecting Qualitative Data
  • Dissertation in Social Research
  • Introducing Statistics and Data Analysis with SPSS
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Sheffield Hallam University

2 social-research courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 59th
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I love the new city campus. It looks great and has excellent facilities, but more green spaces would be nice. The library is well stocked and there are plenty of study spaces. The teaching staff are excellent.

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MRes Social Research
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Newcastle University

1 social-research courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 25th
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WUSCA ranking: 16th
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Great social life, good options for student societies, a lot of student support. A lot of professionals teaching on the course and it gave me exactly what I wanted for my career progression into genetics

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Year 1
  • Being, Belonging and Identity
  • Dissertation
  • Dissertation Preparation
  • Gender, Violence and Social Change
  • Information Skills
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Durham University

1 social-research courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 7th
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Durham is a beautiful city and university with great social opportunities. The traditions are very strong at this school. It feels today like how Oxford and Cambridge were twenty years ago. Sometimes administration can be a challenge, many people have difficulty in knowing how to pay tuition and the university is slow to respond to emails. Also, there are far too many international students and just students in general. The university’s expansion plans are causing a drop in the school’s national and international rankings and causing the university to be in danger of losing its character.

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Social Research Methods MA
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University of York

3 social-research courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 11th
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There are excellent lecturers and student support services (particularly academic skills). The campus has a good feel and has a lot of outdoor seating which will be nice when the weather is warm. Lecture rooms are good but the seats are very uncomfortable. There is little impact from the students' union, for example there was no 'refreshers fayre' for January intake students, which also impacts the student life score.

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MA Social Research
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Year 1
  • Introduction to Qualitative Methods and Data Analysis
  • Introduction to Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis
  • Professional and Transferable Skills
  • Research Design
  • Working Beyond Disciplines
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  • Advanced Methods in Social Research
  • Qualitative Methods
  • Quantitative Methods and Data Analysis
  • Social Media, Data and Society
  • Themes and Issues in Contemporary Sociology
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Teesside University

4 social-research courses NORTH EAST ENGLAND
Subject ranking: 96th
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WUSCA ranking: 8th
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Great aspect is the modern facilities and learning environment. The campus is well-equipped with up-to-date labs and software resources, which is especially valuable for engineering students. The university also provides good academic support services and career guidance, helping students improve employability. Meanwhile, for something to improve the best will be expanding networking opportunities with more industry professionals and increasing internship connections would further enhance our careers.

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Year 1
  • Analysing Data
  • Comparative Social Policy
  • Foundations of Social Research
  • Methods of Data Collection
  • Social Inequalities
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  • Analysing Data
  • Criminological Theory
  • Foundations of Social Research
  • Methods of Data Collection
  • Studies in Criminology and Social Policy
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University of Sheffield

1 social-research courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 13th
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WUSCA ranking: 4th
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The location is great, surrounded by a multitude of stores for easy access to the majority of things required for student living. As well as that it is surrounded by student accommodation and is widely accessible to many, though some buildings are difficult to navigate/find without experience or guide. It is well-maintained for the majority of areas. The range of facilities as well is good for all manners of course studies.

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Social Research MA
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Year 1
  • Advanced Qualitative Methods
  • Advanced Quantitative Methods for Social Research
  • Independent Research Project by Dissertation
  • Independent Research Project by Proposal
  • Introduction to Qualitative Research
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University of Leeds

8 social-research courses YORKSHIRE AND HUMBERSIDE
Subject ranking: 22nd
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Oxford Brookes University offers a supportive learning environment with passionate lecturers and modern facilities. The campus is vibrant, with plenty of opportunities to get involved in clubs and events. The city of Oxford adds to the appeal, providing a rich, historic backdrop and excellent career opportunities. Overall, it’s a great choice for those looking for a balance of academics and student life.

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Social Research MA
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Year 1
  • Applied Project
  • Dissertation
  • Inequalities: Exploring causes, Consequences and Interventions
  • Qualitative Research Methods
  • Quantitative Research Methods
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