About the course
This postgraduate programme aims to create highly sought-after researchers who are ready to apply their advanced knowledge and practical skills in the workplace or on further research.
You will learn how to collect, analyse and interpret social data and become skilled in interview techniques, surveys, problem-solving, communication skills 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.
You will research real world issues, such as evaluating local health care services, predicting voting behaviour during elections or researching the impact of Hull’s year as the 2017 UK City of Culture on local people.
Taught by experienced researchers who are experts in their fields, the interesting and varied curriculum will be delivered 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.
What you'll study
All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.
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Research Design and Methodology
Explore the key features of quantitative and qualitative research designs, including evaluation research. This module enables you to choose appropriate methodological approaches and research design in full awareness of their strengths and limitations, for addressing research questions.
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Introducing Statistics and Data Analysis with SPSS
Gain the transferable skills in the use of Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) to enable you appropriately use, meaningfully present and accurately interpret univariate and bivariate statistical analysis in an effective and informative way.
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Philosophies of Social Science
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Surveys and Questionnaires
The module will give you a complex understanding of what is required in the management and successful execution of survey work, and an awareness of the different forms a survey can take.
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Dissertation in Social Research
Conduct a qualitative or quantitative research project, guided by an allocated academic supervisor. You'll be supported through a series of workshops designed to assist you with writing a dissertation, such as; research ethics, methodology and data analysis.
All modules are subject to availability and this list may change at any time.
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Analysing Qualitative Data
This module takes a hands on approach to familiarise you with some of the most commonly employed data analysis methods in qualitative research.
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Advanced Quantitative Analysis
This module provides training in the use of relevant statistics software (SPSS and MLwiN) to undertake analysis on a range of statistical modelling techniques, including regression analysis, factor analysis and multilevel modelling. It develops your abilities to critically evaluate quantitative approaches in social and health research.