MSc Social Sciences Research for Healthcare at University of Bradford

This innovative MSc in Social Sciences Research for Healthcare is mapped against the following quality criteria: The Economic and Social Research Council Postgraduate Training and Development Guidelines, The White Rose Social Sciences Doctoral Training Partnership requirements, Health and Care Professions Council objectives, Vitae Researcher Development Framework. The programme is suitable for graduates from a broad range of disciplines and is also ideal for healthcare professionals interested in developing a portfolio of social sciences research skills.

Faculty: Faculty of Management, Sciences and Engineering  |  Department: School of Law and Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September (2027/28 entry)  |  Location: Bradford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

First year (core): M1 Research Design, Philosophy & Working Beyond Disciplines, M2 Qualitative, Quantitative and Mixed Research Methods, M3 Professional Skills for Researchers, M4 Independent Research Project. First year (optional): Understanding the me in dementia, Evidence-based Dementia Practice, Postdiagnostic support and living well with dementia, Evaluating Dementia Practice, Health and Social Care Leadership, Managing People in Health and Social Care, Understanding Health and Social Care through Policy and Strategy, Leading Change and Service Improvement in Health and Social Care, among others.

Career pathways

Graduation from this programme may provide a route to obtaining externally funded PhD studentships in healthcare and/or social sciences research.

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