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Social Research (Local Government and Public Policy)

Award Attendance Study Duration Start Domestic fees International fees
MA On-Campus Part-time 2 - years September £3280 per year find out
MA On-Campus Full-time 1 - years September £6570 per year £14850 per year

About Social Research (Local Government and Public Policy), MA - at University of Birmingham

This programme aims to provide students with a solid foundation in a broad range of social science research methods as well as basic research skills. Students will acquire a general overview of the philosophy of social research, and understand how this informs research design, methods of data collection and analysis. They will also develop an ability to use a range of research methods, to communicate research findings effectively and an understanding of the potential use of and impact of their research within and beyond academia.

Careers: Many students go on to do a PhD after completing this MA. Others have followed a career in local authorities, government departments, health authorities, management consultancy, media, the voluntary sector and so on.


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