The MRes Social Science Research Methods degree offers an advanced programme of research training.

You will study core Faculty modules that include generic social science research skills, broad based training in social science research methods, and advanced training in qualitative and quantitative methods. You will also receive School-based research skills and subject-based training from which you will acquire specialist knowledge that will allow you to apply the basic principles of social science research and design to your own research projects.

The degree may be studied over one year full-time, or two years part-time. The registration date is: September.

Course Content

Total 180 credits

Core modules: 160 credits

  • Introduction to Social Science Research Methods (40 credits)
  • Further Quantitative Research Methods and Statistics (20 credits)
  • Further Qualitative Research Methods (20 credits)
  • Independent Research Project (80 credits)

Optional modules: 20 credits from

  • Range of social work and social policy Level M Modules (each 20 credits)
  • e.g. Psychosocial perspectives on the family, Childhood: national and international policy perspectives

Professional, Employability and Practical Skills

A range of optional seminars and workshops are offered during your Masters programme for the teaching and strengthening of student skills. Sessions to support learning - in particular essay and dissertation writing - occur throughout the year.

Application and Referee Forms

Please apply through our online application form and upload a supporting statement of approximately 500 words describing your proposed research topic. This statement should include why you think your topic is important to investigate, a possible methodological approach and a suggested supervisor at the University.

To discuss the application process or particular projects, please contact the Admissions Office, Faculty of Social Sciences, by emailing admissions@uea.ac.uk or telephone us on +44 (0) 1603 591515.

Fees and Funding

Fees for the academic year 2012/2013 were:

  • Home/EU: £5,000 (full-time), £2,950 (part-time)*
  • International: £11,900

* for each year of the course.

Fees for 2013/14 are still to be confirmed

Scholarships for 2013 Entry (Full-time only)

We are offering five scholarships which will cover tuition fees (UK/EU rates: £5,000) and include a maintenance grant of £6,000 p.a. International applicants can be considered for these scholarships, but will need to top up the UK/EU fees to the international rate of £11,900. The awards are available for September 2013 registration on a full-time basis only.

Scholarships are awarded to students on an academic basis taking into consideration relevant disciplinary background and exceptional academic ability. Applications are invited from those who have or expect to achieve a 2.1 degree or higher in a relevant discipline.

Application Deadline: 19 April 2013