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Social Inequalities and Research Methods MSc

University of Warwick

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    University of Warwick

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    1 year

Course summary

The Social Inequalities and Research Methods MSc is a wide-ranging course for students interested in social inequality. Join Warwick Sociology to develop theoretical awareness of the social processes that generate social inequality and a set of cutting-edge research skills to empirically study its causes and effects.

Course Overview

This course will introduce you to several dimensions of social inequality. You will study key topics such as social class and social stratification work and employment race and ethnicity gender and sexuality health and disability. You will develop an in-depth understanding of key theoretical approaches and concepts for understanding inequality and you will be introduced to key empirical studies in the area of social inequalities.

The main aim of this course is to provide you with a thorough training in sophisticated qualitative and quantitative research methods that can be used to understand social inequalities. You will have the opportunity to further specialise in research methods of your choice in your dissertation project.

By the end of this course you will have solid skills in research design data collection data management and data analysis and a wide-ranging understanding of the methodological and analytical aspects in the study of social inequalities.

Teaching

This MSc course has 3 core modules which will be studied alongside a range of optional modules of your choice. You鈥檒l be required to choose 3 optional modules. All our MA courses follow a consistent structure with a programme of taught modules followed by a 15000 word dissertation. Part-time students will take 3 modules in Year 1 and 3 modules plus dissertation in Year 2.

Careers

This course will prepare students for work in a range of careers that value analytical ability and research methods skills. Students will be suited for roles within central and local government non-governmental organisations academic and commercial research journalism and policy-making.

Our department has a dedicated professionally qualified Senior Careers Consultant offering impartial advice and guidance together with workshops and events throughout the year. Previous examples of workshops and events include:

Make Your Mark - Careers with a degree in Sociology
Working for More than Profit
Warwick careers fairs throughout the year
Your Sociological future: Sociology Alumni Evening
My Sociological Future- What next? Career planning for undecided Sociology finalists

Tuition fees

Students living in Hong Kong
(International fees)

拢 26,110per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

University information

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University of Warwick

University of Warwick

  • University League Table

    10th

  • Campus address

    University of Warwick, University of Warwick Coventry, Coventry, Coventry, CV4 7AL, United Kingdom

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Students come to Warwick from approximately 150 countries.
Many scholarships are available for overseas students.
On and off-campus accommodation options available.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Sociology

    8th out of 101 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 206
    147 71%

    19th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    80.0 80%

    5th

    1

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.04 76%

    42nd

    22

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