MA Sociological Research, Postgraduate Sociology at Lancaster University

MA Sociological Research

This degree provides a rigorous introduction to the key issues in social science methodology. It focuses on the epistemological and ontological questions that underpin sociological research and on the sociological theories that have shaped and continue to shape sociology as a discipline. Students will carry out ‘hands on’ training in selected research methods and skills, and will become skilled in the translation of sociologically-informed research questions into practical research design.

The degree is structured around required core modules: theoretical, philosophical and methodological modules offered within the Sociology Department; and modules on qualitative and quantitative research methods provided by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Research Training Programme and by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. These modules will provide students with transferable skills in areas such as advanced philosophy, computing, data analysis, discourse analysis, focus groups and survey analysis.

This degree attracts ESRC 1+3 funding.

Modules

SOCL919: Research Projects in Practice: From Design to Dissemination (20 credits)

SOCL922/FASS507: Philosophies of Social Science (15 credits)

CFAS412: Secondary Data Analysis (5 credits)

FASS512: Social Data Analysis (20 credits)

FASS510: Qualitative Methods in the Social Sciences (20 credits)

Either:
SOCL921: Contemporary Debates in Sociology (20 credits) - Sociology Pathway
or
SOCL906: Science, Technology and Society (20 credits) - Science, Technology, Innovation and Social Practice pathway.

Choose 1 of:
FASS517: Discourse Analysis (20 credits)
Methods LAB - details to follow (20 credits)
1 x Substantive Sociology (20 credit) module from the array of MA option available.

The Dissertation (60 credits)

If you would like advice on selecting an MA, please contact us.

Key Facts

Length:
12 months ft, 24 months pt

Entry Requirements:
2:1 or equivalent

Qualification:
MA

Assessment:
Essays and dissertation

Fees:
See fees page

Admissions Contact:
Sociology PG Admissions

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MA Menu Introduction Our Degrees Modules Student Profiles Fees and Funding How to Apply Careers See also: Resources for Current Students	MA Sociological Research This degree provides a rigorous introduction to the key issues in social science methodology. It focuses on the epistemological and ontological questions that underpin sociological research and on the sociological theories that have shaped and continue to shape sociology as a discipline. Students will carry out ‘hands on’ training in selected research methods and skills, and will become skilled in the translation of sociologically-informed research questions into practical research design. The degree is structured around required core modules: theoretical, philosophical and methodological modules offered within the Sociology Department; and modules on qualitative and quantitative research methods provided by the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences Research Training Programme and by the Department of Mathematics and Statistics. These modules will provide students with transferable skills in areas such as advanced philosophy, computing, data analysis, discourse analysis, focus groups and survey analysis. This degree attracts ESRC 1+3 funding. Modules SOCL919: Research Projects in Practice: From Design to Dissemination (20 credits) SOCL922/FASS507: Philosophies of Social Science (15 credits) CFAS412: Secondary Data Analysis (5 credits) FASS512: Social Data Analysis (20 credits) FASS510: Qualitative Methods in the Social Sciences (20 credits) Either: SOCL921: Contemporary Debates in Sociology (20 credits) - Sociology Pathway or SOCL906: Science, Technology and Society (20 credits) - Science, Technology, Innovation and Social Practice pathway. Choose 1 of: FASS517: Discourse Analysis (20 credits) Methods LAB - details to follow (20 credits) 1 x Substantive Sociology (20 credit) module from the array of MA option available. The Dissertation (60 credits) If you would like advice on selecting an MA, please contact us. «Go Back	Degrees at a Glance MA Sociology MA Sociological Research MA Media and Cultural Studies MA Gender and Women's Studies Combined Masters Degree Postgraduate Drop in Sessions Interested in postgraduate study? Talk to programme convenors, come to a research event, or visit the department, 1st Tues of every month. Find out more» Key Facts Length: 12 months ft, 24 months pt Entry Requirements: 2:1 or equivalent Qualification: MA Assessment: Essays and dissertation Fees: See fees page Admissions Contact: Sociology PG Admissions Elizabeth Shove Social Environmental Research in the European Union More books»
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