Master of Science in Social Science Research Methods (Criminology)
Cardiff University
UK,Wales
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12 Months
Duration
CAD 24,950/year
Tuition Fee
CAD 0 FREE
Application Fee
Sep 2025
Apply Date
UK, Wales
Type: University
Location Type: Urban
Founded: 2005
Total Students: 33,510 +
Int. Students: 9,135 +
Campus Detail
Main Campus Address
Cardiff CF10 3AT, United Kingdom
Master of Science in Social Science Research Methods (Criminology)
Program Overview
The MSc Social Science Research Methods will provide you with advanced training in research methods across the full range of the social sciences. All course pathways have ESRC recognition and meet the training requirements for ESRC PhD funding.
This programme offers extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study, the application of social research expertise for occupational career development, and the pursuit of substantive area of interest at postgraduate level.
You’ll be provided with a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of how to construct effective research studies, of the variety of data collection methods available to the social scientist and of the principal methods of analysing social scientific data. You will also be introduced to the political and ethical frameworks within which social science research is conducted, and to some of the ways in which the results of social science research are disseminated.
Criminology pathway
The Criminology pathway will provide you with analytic and research skills, a practical understanding of the production of criminological research, and an interdisciplinary knowledge base, drawing upon the perspectives of sociology, social policy, law, psychology and political science.
Our staff are nationally and internationally renowned for pioneering research and writing on both specialist and general topics. Our staff and your peer students bring a wide variety of histories and academic backgrounds to the programme, which provides exciting exposure to a diversity of practical experiences as well as in-depth academic knowledge.
Application Fee
Application Fee: CAD 0 FREE Tuition Fee
CAD 24,950 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
Living Cost in Cardiff University
CAD 12,006 per year
*Note: The fee is approximate and is subject to change
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Check program website for more information about funding options.
