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MSc Sociological Research MSc Sociological Research University of Manchester

University of Manchester

Masters Degree , Sociology

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Course Description

This course aims to educate and train you to give you the requisite skills and knowledge to become an effective, professional sociological researcher.

This entails teaching:

  • the philosophical underpinnings of sociology;
  • key issues and questions in sociology;
  • key sociological theories;
  • key issues in selected substantive areas of sociology (students are offered a range of options of such substantive areas);
  • principles of research design;
  • techniques and principles of quantitative analysis; and
  • techniques and principles of qualitative analysis.

This is a recognised 1+3 entry route for ESRC PhD training.

Course Content

Throughout the MSc Sociological Research course, you will take six course units, which are:

  • research design;
  • social theory;
  • cultural identity;
  • methodological issues;
  • quantitative methods; and
  • qualitative methods.

Plus two optional course units, including:

  • politics and culture;
  • protest and progress: understanding movements for social and political change;
  • cultures of digital play; and
  • new developments in theories of gender and sexuality.

You may also negotiate an independent studies course unit, linked to your particular research interests, subject to a suitable academic supervisor being available. You would need to complete a 12,000 word dissertation, on a research topic of your choice, in addition to the eight taught course units.

 

Entry Requirements

Academic entry qualification overview

Generally a 2:1 Honours Degree (or overseas equivalent) in Sociology or a Social Science subject is required for direct master's entry. 

However the MSc in Sociological Research course is a specialised, and research focused course and not all undergraduate social science degrees will provide the appropriate background.  Potential applicants are advised that transcripts will be checked to ensure appropriate material has been covered. 

English language

  • IELTS - overall score of 7, including 7 in writing with no further component score below 6.5.
  • TOEFL IBT 103 with 28 in writing and no further score below 25 in each section. TOEFL code for Manchester is 0757. 
  • Pearson - overall 73 with 73 in writing and no further score below 66

Scores are valid for 2 years.

Please note that CAS statements are issued only when all conditions of the offer have been satisfied, PDF copy of passport received and the offer accepted.

Applicants from certain countries may be exempt from having to provide an IELTS or TOEFL score. For further advice, email pg-soss@manchester.ac.uk .

English language test validity

Some English Language test results are only valid for two years. Your English Language test report must be valid on the start date of the course.

Assessment Methods

You are assessed by course work, mainly via 3,000 word essays or the equivalent, plus a 12,000 word dissertation.

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