MSc Social Research Methods and Statistics at University of Manchester

Training in advanced quantitative methods at a university at the forefront of social statistics research. Learn how to design research, analyse data and generate evidence that informs policy, practice and social change. Benefit from thorough training in advanced quantitative methods, including the use of applied statistics and the analysis of complex data, suitable for a range of careers.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities  |  Department: School of Social Sciences  |  Duration: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

A master’s degree is formed of 180 credits. On the MSc Social Research Methods and Statistics, there are seven mandatory course units, including a dissertation worth 60 credits. Compulsory units include Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods, Survey Research Methods, Dissertation, Introduction to Statistical Modelling, Complex Survey Designs and Analysis, Statistical Foundations.

Career pathways

The University of Manchester is the most targeted university by the UK’s top graduate employers (High Fliers, The Graduate Market Report 2026). Our MSc Social Research Methods and Statistics gives you the specialist knowledge and skills required for a range of careers across the public, private, and third sectors, such as in: policy; consultancy; local or national governments; the charity sector; human resources; statistical officers; the public...

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