Social Research (Health) MSc at De Montfort University

Programme overview

The course provides high quality methodological training to master’s students who wish to undertake research in their professional work or who wish to undertake a PhD. It is particularly suitable for people working in health and social care and is taught by a team of social scientists with extensive experience in teaching health professionals.

Faculty: Faculty of Health and Life Sciences | Duration: One year full-time or two years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September | Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

The course is relevant to graduates who wish to undertake research or to support research activity in their workplaces. It provides a firm foundation for students wishing to undertake PhD study and move into professional roles requiring research experience and skills.

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree or above in a relevant subject; Or, a good 2:2 honours degree, plus relevant professional experience; Or, a portfolio of professional qualifications and/or academic qualifications of equivalent standing to an honours degree; Or, an appropriate postgraduate diploma at a good standard; English language requirements: If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning (CELL), is available both before and during the course; Please visit dmu.ac.uk/international for more information.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; UK/home rate Source

International applicants: GBP 7,800 a year (2027/28). Full-time tuition fee; EU and international rate Source

Intake: September

Duration: One year full-time or two years part-time

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