University of Huddersfield - Sociology MSc by Research

University of Huddersfield

Sociology MSc by Research

A Master's by Research (MSc) allows you to undertake a one year (full-time) research degree. It contains little or no formal taught component. This type of study gives you the chance to explore a research topic over a shorter time than a more in-depth doctoral programme.

Research Master's students choose a specific project to work on and have a greater degree of independence in their work than is the case with a taught Master’s course.

You’ll be expected to work to an approved programme which you will develop in conjunction with your supervisor within the first few months of starting your studies. Whilst undertaking the research project you will also have the opportunity to develop your research skills by taking part in training courses and events.

At the end of the project you write up your findings in the form of a short thesis of around 25,000 words, which will then be examined.

On successful completion, you will be awarded your degree and if you have enjoyed this taste of research you may then decide to apply for the full research doctoral degree (PhD).

Entry Requirements

The normal entry requirements for enrolment on a MSc by Research is an upper second honours degree (2.1) from a UK university or a qualification of an equivalent standard, in a discipline appropriate to that of the proposed programme to be followed.

If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.5 overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent will be considered acceptable

Course Details

There are several research topics available for this degree. See below examples of research areas 

Research Topics

A Sense of a Community
Children, sexuality and sexual abuse
Children/young people (cyp), sex and sexuality
Governance and LGBTI equalities
Historic childhood sexual abuse
Lgbt+ children/young people
Non-binary and trans* gender identities
Perceptions of Spiritually Competent Practice and Availability and Vulnerability in Healthcare
Social aspects of death, dying and bereavement
South Asian masculinity
Understanding Social Enterprise a Global Perspective
Young people's human rights and anti-racism activism
Young women's feminism and feminist activism
Youth social and political participation

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