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Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics (MSc)

University of SouthamptonSouthampton, United Kingdom
Level
Postgraduate
Duration
1 year
Mode
Full-time
Subject
Mathematics
Location
United Kingdom
IELTS
6.5 overall, no part below 6

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On this MSc Social Research Methods with Applied Statistics degree, you’ll learn how to investigate social issues and gather robust statistical evidence. You’ll develop the knowledge and practical skills you need to carry out both quantitative and qualitative research into social issues. This master’s course in social research methods and statistics will help you develop in-depth knowledge of applied statistical methods and machine learning. You’ll learn how to design and deliver research using both qualitative and quantitative research. Quantitative research relies on numerical data to identify large-scale trends. Qualitative research uses techniques such as observation, focus group discussions, and interviews to understand why or how something occurs. You will learn from one of the largest groups of statisticians and demographers in the UK and worldwide. Our teaching and research are recognised as world‑class and ranked in the global top 100 by the QS World Rankings 2025. Our academi

Entry requirements

Degree2:1 · Subjects: social science or another subject

English language requirements

IELTS6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS: overall 6.5; reading 6.0; writing 6.0; speaking 6.0; listening 6.0

Fees

International students: £26,200 per year

UK students: £10,400 per year

Start dates

September 2026

Application deadline

Application deadlines UK students The deadline to apply for this course is midday UK time.

Campus

  • Highfield, Southampton, United Kingdom

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To apply, you will usually need a bachelor's degree from a recognised institution. Depending on which course you apply for, your minimum grade requirement will be a: first class degree equivalent, with a grade point average (GPA) of 3.6 or more; UK 2:1 degree equivalent, with a GPA of at least 3.2 but less than 3.6; UK 2:2 degree equivalent, with a GPA of at least 2.8 but less than 3.2; If you miss your requirement by 0.2 grade points or less you might still be eligible to apply if you attended a particularly prestigious university. If this is the case, submit a question to the International Team with details of your GPA and the course you want to apply for.

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Scholarships at University of Southampton

29 for this level
  • Biological Sciences Global Impact Scholarship
  • Chevening Scholarships
  • Environmental and Life Sciences Global Impact Scholarship£5,000.00 (US$ 6,457)
  • Geography and Environmental Science Global Impact Scholarship
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TuitionGBP 26,200
Visa application, from outside the UKGBP 558
Health surcharge, first year how it is chargedGBP 776
First year in totalGBP 41,586

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