Course summary
- We’ll develop you into a fully trained and competent social science researcher who is able to understand and use a range of research techniques
- There is a substantial theoretical and quantitative core alongside complementary qualitative training
- Forms part of the ESRC South West Doctoral Training Partnership and funding may be available for UK/EU students embarking on the programme and wishing to work towards a PhD
- A joint initiative between the Universities of Bath, Bristol and Exeter with collaborative teaching – each semester one core unit is taught intensively, with time spent at each location
- To learn more about modules, assessment methods, facilities and our staff research expertise please visit our course page.
Modules
For a full list of compulsory and optional modules please visit our course page.
Assessment method
Please visit our course page for current assessment methods.
How to apply
International applicants
- Our International Student Support can help you with what you need to do before you arrive and when you get here as a new international student. They offer ongoing support throughout your studies whether that be setting up a bank account or arranging healthcare. Our Global Chums Buddy Scheme and our Intercultural Cafe provide opportunities to meet staff and connect with students. INTO University of Exeter provide pre-sessional English courses for international students as well as free insessional support. - For more information about entry requirements, bursaries and scholarships and how to apply please visit our course page.
Entry requirements
Normally a 1st or 2:1 Honours degree (or international equivalent) in an appropriate subject from a recognised university. Students will be required to demonstrate that their undergraduate course contained a substantial quantitative element (nominally 60 credit points, 30 European Credit Transfers) and that their dissertation included the use of quantitative methods. Please note, if we receive an application which we deem more suitable for one of our other data science programmes we may make an offer for that alternative programme. For full details, including English language requirements and international equivalencies, please visit our course page.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Additional fee information
In addition to tuition fees and living costs, your programme of study may have other costs associated with it, such as laboratory equipment or field trips. For more information about fees and additional costs please visit our course page.
Sponsorship information
We invest heavily in scholarships for talented prospective Masters students. This is in addition to the UK Government’s Postgraduate Loan Scheme. For information on how you can fund your postgraduate degree at the University of Exeter, please visit our course page.
Provider information
University of Exeter
Northcote House
The Queen's Drive
Exeter
EX4 4QJ
Course contact details
Visit our course page Enquiry Form