Social Science - Structured Research

Overview

Provides a core taught programme in social science so that students can locate their research in the wider context of social science;



Provides a core programme that will give graduates skills to cope with changing social and economic demands for social science research;



Provides specialist disciplinary teaching for graduates so that they can teach and develop research to the best international standards;



Facilitates student research that is at the forefront of social science methodological developments and subject specific knowledge;



Generates student research work that will contribute to the redefinition of existing social science knowledge.

A level 8 bachelor degree at upper second level (2.1) or taught postgraduate degree at upper second level (2.1), or equivalent, from a recognised third level institution in social science, or an interdisciplinary degree with a substantial social science component, plus the submission of a research proposal.



Candidates should be proficient in the use of English for academic purposes.

4 year full-time