Program Overview
This programme provides practical, career-orientated training in social science research methods, including research design, data collection and data analysis relating to both qualitative and quantitative modes of inquiry.
You will have the opportunity to specialise in particular methodologies and to learn more about the application of these methodologies to illuminate important issues and debates in contemporary society.
The PGDip in Social Science Research is designed to develop critical understanding of contemporary issues for both those interested in developing academic and research oriented careers and those who are interested in improving their research skills and critical understanding as well as practical employment-orientated careers.
Closing date for applications: Monday 31 July 2023 at 4pm.
Social Science Research highlights
The PGDip in Social Research is designed to develop critical understanding of contemporary issues as well as practical employment-orientated research skills and the ability to work independently.
World Class Facilities
ESRC doctoral research partnership: The programme delivers training for QUB students as part of the ESRC NINE Doctoral Training Partnership.
https://www.ninedtp.ac.uk/
Internationally Renowned Experts
Over 88% of research submitted by colleagues from Criminology, Social Policy, Sociology and Social Work to the Social Policy and Social Work Unit of Assessment was similarly judged to be World Leading or Internationally Excellent. An endorsement of the quality of our research and its impacts in areas such as the penal system, mental health and trauma; work once again achieved through work undertaken in partnership with the health, social care and criminal justice sectors.
We are an international teaching team and are committed to research-led teaching, with modules reflecting our diverse range of expertise.
Student Experience
We are a research-intensive School and our programmes are all informed by latest developments and debates in the social sciences.
Key features include:
- Advanced social research methods training, including both quantitative and qualitative methods.
- You will have the opportunity to specialise in particular methods and topics and become familiar with commonly used software, e.g., SPSS and NVivo.
- Opportunity to specialise in particular methods and topics.
- You can also avail of additional training courses and opportunities for networking offered by The Graduate School.
https://www.qub.ac.uk/graduate-school/
Transferable Skills: advanced social research methods training, including both quantitative and qualitative methods. You will have the opportunity to specialise in particular methods and topics and become familiar with commonly used software, e.g., SPSS, Stata and NVivo.
Student Choice: we have a wide and varied range of modules, reflecting staff expertise in research methodologies and substantive areas.
Flexibility: the programme is usually delivered in evenings and also full day/half day intensive sessions, including weekends. The programme can be taken full-time or part-time (2-3 years options are available). Students can exit with a Postgraduate Certificate on successful completion of 60 CATS or transfer onto the MRes programme, in order to complete the dissertation (60 CATS).
'The PG Diploma in Social Research at Queen’s University is an excellent programme to gain knowledge and experience on methods of data collection, analysis and critique in the social sciences. It provides students with ideal skills to pursue an academic career and to those who wish to upskill their professional expertise or enter the labour market with competency on data gathering and data analysis.'
Dr Katrina Lloyd, Programme Director
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