Program Overview
The Social Research at University of York is a MA programme in Social Sciences over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of social sciences. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Social Research programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: York, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Social Research programme are prepared for diverse careers in social sciences:
- Policy Analyst
- NGO Programme Manager
- Researcher
- Social Worker
- Diplomat
- Development Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- How to formulate research questions
- Understanding a variety of approaches to designing, conducting and appraising research
- How to reflect on\xa0the researchers skills and environment as well as\xa0the research process
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You should have at least a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject.
They are willing to consider your application if you have lower qualifications, especially if you have high marks in relevant modules and/or appropriate professional experience. If you are applying with a lower qualification, you must include a written work sample with your application.
\xc2\xa0If you have any queries about your eligibility for the Masters in Social Research, please contact\xc2\xa0Professor Matthew Festenstein.
The international equivalents of UK qualifications are shown on our\xc2\xa0country-specific pages. You can also\xc2\xa0contact the international team\xc2\xa0for guidance.
Other qualificationsIf you earned your Bachelors degree outside of the UK, you should check that it is equivalent to a 2:1.\xc2\xa0Our country-specific pages\xc2\xa0can help you to find out.
English languageIf your native language is not English, you should meet an English language proficiency level of 7.0 in the British Council\'s IELTS test with at least IELTS 6.0 in writing.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 16,290 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,760 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of York directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of York
University of York
Heslington, United Kingdom
University of York is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-06-18
- Start Date 2018-09-24
- Language English
- Duration 12 months