27 Social Science MSc Degree Programs

The MSc Socio-Legal Studies blends rigorous research training with interdisciplinary insights on how law interacts with society. Emphasising empirical research and practical application, this programme prepares you to influence future legal and social policies, positioning you at the forefront of socio-legal change.

The field of data analytics is developing rapidly. With the rise of ever larger and more specialised datasets, it’s essential to understand how to collect, handle, evaluate and interpret data. This practical course will ensure you learn applicable techniques to take into the workplace.

Social Research Methods with Data Science MSc is designed to cover cutting-edge research methods, with a focus on data science, used in collating evidence for the analysis, critique and evaluation of substantive issues in the social sciences, such as social justice, health disparities, migration, crime, gender, political identity. It can be studied on campus or online, allowing you to engage with the programme from anywhere in the world.

MSc Social Research is an advanced degree in social science methodology. It is suited to those who wish to prepare for PhD research or for those who want to increase key employability skills in the areas of qualitative fieldwork, quantitative data management, and data analytics.

Study the MSc Applied Social Research at Stirling to gain hands-on skills in data analysis, research design, and evaluation, preparing you for career success or further study.

This programme provides comprehensive training in the process of research conceptualisation, design and operationalisation. It has been carefully formulated to reflect the training recommended by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). It is particularly suited for those seeking a career as a social science researcher or planning to go on to a PhD in Management.

DCU’s MSc in Climate Change: Policy, Media & Society is Ireland’s only programme focused on the social sciences and humanities aspects of climate change. Gain expertise in media, policy, law, governance, and politics, equipping you with the skills to address today’s environmental challenges from diverse perspectives.

The M.Sc. combines advanced education in research methods by internationally recognised experts; modules on how research engages with policy and politics and on the latest research debates on key policy and societal issues, taught by a range of specialists drawing on their expertise and direct experience; and a research project, undertaken in collaboration with external agencies and/or groups.  

As a research master student you choose one of our three multidisciplinary themes. The theme-specific courses will give you a broad view on the theme and will introduce you to the unique perspectives of the theme-related specializations. In the course of the first semester you will choose your own specialization. It will enable you to tailor your master to the topics that you wish to engage in.

The Master of Science in Integrative Social Science at ASU offers a multidisciplinary approach that combines various social science disciplines such as anthropology, economics, political science, psyc...

The Master of Science in Social Science is designed to offer a flexible and interdisciplinary approach for students interested in understanding social phenomena. The program emphasizes a broad foundat...

The Master’s in Instruction and Curriculum Leadership with a concentration in Social Studies Education is designed to prepare educators to effectively teach, develop, and lead social studies instructi...

The MSc in Social Research Methods provides students with a deep understanding of how to design, carry out, and analyze social research projects. The program covers key topics like qualitative and qua...

The MSc in Social Research is designed to equip students with the skills needed to understand and analyze social issues using a variety of research methods. The program focuses on developing practical...

The MSc in Social Research Methods is designed to help students develop a solid foundation in research techniques used across social sciences. The program covers a wide range of qualitative and quanti...