Course Overview

These postgraduate programmes aim to create highly sought-after researchers ready to apply their advanced knowledge and practical skills in the workplace or further research.

You will learn how to collect, analyse and interpret social data and become skilled in interview techniques, surveys, problem-solving, communication, and the latest industry software.

Students examine issues from across the social sciences and are introduced to both quantitative and qualitative research methods before having the option of specialising.

During the programme, you will research real-world issues, for example, evaluating local healthcare services, predicting voting behaviour during elections or researching the impact of Hull’s year as the 2017 UK City of Culture on local people.

The exciting and varied curriculum will be taught by experienced researchers who are experts in their fields through an enquiry-based approach to teaching, including small-group work, tutorials, workshops and independent study.

It was designed with input from industry experts, former students and leading academics to ensure that it meets the demands of the modern social research industry.

Students will be provided with a high level of academic support across the programme.

General Eligibility

The programme is open to applicants with at least 2:2 Bachelor's Honours degrees (or international equivalent) in any discipline. 

Part Time Work Details

20 hours of work permit weekly for international students.

Language Requirement

• IELTS 6.5 overall, with no less than 5.5 in each skill.