The University of Birmingham’s School of Education is one of the best schools in the UK to study social research.
On this course, students will acquire a general overview of the philosophy of social research, and understand how this informs research design, methods of data collection and analysis. Students will also develop an ability to use a range of research methods, to communicate research findings effectively and an understanding of the potential use of and impact of their research within and beyond academia.
The MA in Social Research will provide students with a solid foundation in a broad range of social science research methods as well as basic research skills.
| Level | Masters |
| Discipline | Arts and Humanities |
| Duration | 12 months |
| Intakes | Jan, Sep |
| Application Fees | GBP 0 |
| Tuition Fees | GBP 21240 |
| Campus | Edgbaston |
| Language proficiency (minimum) | |
| IELTS | 6.5 |
|---|---|
| TOEFL | 88 |
| PTE | 67 |
| Duolingo | Not Accepted |
| Exam proficiency (minimum) | |
| SAT | Not Required / Waiver |
|---|---|
| ACT | Not Required / Waiver |
| GRE | Not Required / Waiver |
| GMAT | Not Required / Waiver |
Minimum GPA - 70.0%
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