Course summary
The MRes is aimed at those who are interested in interrogating the social world around them. The MRes Social Policy is designed for those developing careers in applied research and policy and well suited for those working, or interested to work, in: Local, national or international policy Third sector within research, policy, influencing and campaigning roles Research within business organisations, universities, and research institutes As well as those wishing to continue to a PhD in social policy The MRes Social Policy is especially suited for graduates from Housing, Social Policy, Politics, Health and Social Care, Sociology, and other Social Sciences disciplines. It is also suited for those graduates from other disciplines who want to develop advanced social research skills, and those wishing to develop a career in social research and policy.
Modules
You will study the following modules*: Analysing Research Data (20 credits) Being and Doing in Academia (20 credits) Designing Social Inquiry (20 credits) Evidence Based Practice (20 credits) Practitioner Research (20 credits) Developing Skills for a Career in Research (20 credits) Independent Research Project (60 credits) – During the MRes you will identify and undertake a substantial independent research project. You will do this with support of your academic supervisor and mentor, who will work with you to develop your project, as well as yourself as a researcher.
Assessment method
A range of assessment types has been incorporated across the MRes programme; this allows for different skillsets to be accommodated. The Assessment strategy has been designed to provide students with a variety of challenges appropriate to post-graduate level. The assessment strategy provides students with the opportunity to demonstrate the knowledge and skills that are required to be awarded the relevant degree, as well as the skills needed to continue to doctoral research or enter employment as a highly skilled researcher. Assessment methods are designed to give students the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and understanding of theoretical, applied and professional practice issues and include coursework essays, research reports, presentations and critique. The MRes Education or MRes Social Policy includes assessments that are geared towards preparing the students for a future in advanced research. For example, students will be required to present at CSESP’s annual PGR conference. This provides students with experience of presenting research in a ‘live’ but safe environment. The final research project also takes an authentic approach. Students are invited to either submit a draft manuscript to a peer-reviewed journal or produce a report for the attention of policy makers. The real-life nature of this outward facing form of assessment is a unique selling point and equips students with skills needed for doctoral research or employment as a highly skilled researcher. All tutors on the programme are active researchers.
Entry requirements
You will normally be expected to have at least a 2:1 undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification. You will also be considered if you have relevant work experience and deemed to have academic potential.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Republic of Ireland | £1225 | Module |
| England | £1225 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1225 | Module |
| Scotland | £1225 | Module |
| Wales | £1225 | Module |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Cardiff Metropolitan University
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Cardiff
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