Course Aims
The Social Research Methods and Statistics (SRMS) MSc course aims to provide:
A thorough grounding in social research design and related issues
The tools for collecting statistical data using a range of sampling designs
Skills in methods of data analysis, including advanced statistical methods for complex data
The skills needed to present research effectively, in both written and oral form
Instruction and practice in planning, conducting and writing up an independent piece of
research (for students proceeding to the dissertation MSc only).
Postgraduate study in Social Statistics brochure
Leaflet on opportunities to study Social Statistics at the University of Manchester.
Graduates from the MSc have gone on to pursue careers in research, policy making and university teaching in the UK and around the world including in government departments, national charities and international consultancy. See Graduate Destinations.
