MA Social Sciences Research is designed for students who are interested in pursuing a PhD or research career. There are four pathways:criminologysociologysocial policysocial workYou will take modules that will provide broad social science research training such as:quantitative analysisqualitative methodsresearch design and ethicsAlongside research focused modules, you can choose 60 credits from the relevant pathway. You will also complete a dissertation in your area, supported by a member of academic staff.

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