Social Science MRes (PGCert)

University of Brighton

United Kingdom, Brighton

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University of Brighton

United Kingdom , Brighton

Key Facts

Program Level

Graduate Certificate

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Brighton- Moulsecoomb

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake Deadlines12-Jan-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 17,900 / year

Next Intake 12-Jan-2026

Social Science MRes (PGCert)

About

This masters course is for students interested in undertaking research in subjects including psychology, sociology, criminology, politics, social policy, psychotherapy and counselling, and social work.

It is designed to offer high quality postgraduate training in the practice and methods of research and supports progression into doctoral degrees, as well as providing you with a foundation for a career in research in industry, the public sector or in academic life.

You will benefit from working with inspiring academics who are experts in these fields.

Social Science PGCert: work with inspiring academics and gain high quality postgraduate training in the practice and methods of research.

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Degree and experience
A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Students with a degree that does not fall within this category but who have significant relevant experience, will also be considered. All applicants should provide a full description of any research projects that they have undertaken, along with any relevant work experience and non-academic qualifications. English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

English Program Requirements

English language requirements
IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

Career

Careers

This MRes in Social Science provides you with the necessary research training for doctoral work. It also enhances your career opportunities in areas including central and local government, non-governmental organisations, social research, teaching, the media, sports and leisure and business and law. You'll be studying in the School of Humanities and Social Science, and the staff who teach on the course have been highly successful in training researchers.