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Study Details: MRes 2 years part-time
Learn advanced techniques to analyse data and draw effective insights. You’ll focus on the education sector and enhance your research skills.
In-depth quantitative and qualitative research methods form the core of this course. This allows you to develop your skills in some of the most essential areas to progress your studies or become a working researcher in the education sector.
The course aims to:
You’ll develop your understanding of the approaches used to effectively analyse large-scale data. You’ll also learn how to present key findings and insights.
You should have a bachelor’s honours degree or international equivalent, typically a 2:1 or above.
To apply for this course you may have an undergraduate degree in any subject.
In your application you will need to provide a max. 500 word personal statement in your own words which should explain:
(a) Why you wish to undertake a Master of Research and the interests and skills you particularly hope to develop on the course.
(b) Your research interests - please be specific.
We may make an offer based on a lower grade if you can provide evidence of your suitability for the degree.
If your first language is not English but within the last 2 years you completed your degree in the UK you may be exempt from our English language requirements.
For fees and funding options, please visit website to find out more
There is increasing demand for high-level quantitative and qualitative research skills from a wide range of private and public sector recruiters.
Many firms and government departments are now committed to data-driven decision-making, making use of the increased availability of big data.
This course will equip you with a hybrid skill set that combines quantitative, computing and analytical skills with an understanding of education research and enquiry.
This MRes also equips you to go into further study at PhD level.
Year 1
Semester 1
Compulsory units
Semester 2
You'll study 10 credits of optional units.
Compulsory units
Optional units
Year 2
Semester 1
Compulsory units
Semester 2
You'll study one optional unit. This must be a different unit to those you chose in Year 1.
Compulsory units
Optional units
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