Social Research (Postgraduate Certificate)

... United Kingdom
... Birkbeck University of London

Course Overview

Our Postgraduate Certificate in Social Research is designed for people working in social research or related areas who find themselves needing a stronger grounding in formal qualitative and quantitative research methods. There is an emphasis on applying research techniques, including interviewing, focus groups, and data analysis using SPSS. Epistemological issues in designing research projects are also addressed. Graduates go into research roles in government departments, think tanks, NGOs, the Civil Service, and political parties. Possible professions include social researcher, government social researcher, or human resources officer. This degree may also be useful in becoming a higher education lecturer or politicians assistant.

General Eligibility

A second-class honors degree (2:2) or above in social science or another relevant subject. Other qualifications may also be considered.

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • If English is not your first language or you have not previously studied in English, our usual requirement is the equivalent of an International English Language Testing System (IELTS Academic Test) score of 6.5, with not less than 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.

Programme Information
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Course Category

Sociology


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Campus Name

Central London


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Course Level

Postgraduate


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Duration

1


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Available Intake

October


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IELTS Score

6.0


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Tuition Fees Range

£2940, £5340,


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