Social Science Research Methods (Environmental Planning) (Taught)
Cardiff University
About this program
Social Science Research Methods (Environmental Planning) (Taught)
The PgDip Social Science Research Methods will provide you with advanced training in research methods across the full range of the social sciences. All course pathways have ESRC recognition and meet the training requirements for ESRC PhD funding.
This programme offers extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study, the application of social research expertise for occupational career development, and the pursuit of substantive area of interest at postgraduate level.
You’ll be provided with a thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of how to construct effective research studies, of the variety of data collection methods available to the social scientist and of the principal methods of analysing social scientific data. You’ll also be introduced to the political and ethical frameworks within which social science research is conducted, and to some of the ways in which the results of social science research are disseminated.
Environmental Planning pathway
Take the opportunity to study an area of Environmental Planning best suited to your personal interests, such as sustainable transport policies, planning for sustainability, or sustainable food systems.
You will benefit from the leading role the School of Geography and Planning plays in academic and policy debates at national and international levels with research-led teaching that inspires students to critically engage with the challenges facing our world. Supervised by experts in the field you’ll be encouraged to explore the seminars and events offered by our diverse Research Groups.
Admission requirements
Typically, you will need to have either:
- a 2:1 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as social science and cognate disciplines including sociology, politics, critical psychology, education, social policy and social work, criminology, management and business studies, history, area studies, geography, pedagogy, public administration, industrial and employee relations, and law or an equivalent international degree.
- a university-recognised equivalent academic qualification
- or relevant professional experience evidenced by a reference. You will need to provide a reference from your employer to evidence that you currently work in an area relevant to the programme. This should be signed, dated and less than six months old at the time you submit your application.
English Language requirements:
IELTS with an overall score of 6.5 with 5.5 in all subskills, or an accepted equivalent.
For more information about admission requirements, please visit the university website.
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Program content
The modules shown are an example of the typical curriculum and will be reviewed prior to the 2022/23 academic year. The final modules will be published by September 2022.
Social Science Research Methods (Environmental Planning) (Taught) (Full time)
Year one
- Developing Core Research Skills
- Foundations of Social Science Research
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Research Applications
Social Science Research Methods (Environmental Planning) (Taught) (Part time)
Year one
Optional modules
- Developing Core Research Skills
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Policy and Climate Change
- Planning for Sustainability
- Debates in Eco-City Planning and Development
- Foundations of Social Science Research
- Sustainable Transport Policies
- Renewable Energy Development and Planning
- Environment and Development
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Research Applications
Year two
Optional modules
- Developing Core Research Skills
- Environmental Management
- Environmental Policy and Climate Change
- Planning for Sustainability
- Debates in Eco-City Planning and Development
- Foundations of Social Science Research
- Sustainable Transport Policies
- Renewable Energy Development and Planning
- Environment and Development
- Qualitative Research Methods
- Quantitative Research Methods
- Research Applications
Scholarships & funding
For more information about scholarships, please visit the university website.
Tuition
Full-Time tuition fees
- UK students:£8,200
- International students:£18,700
Part-Time tuition fees
- UK students:£4,100
- International students:£9,350
For more information about tuition fee, please visit the university website.
Qualification
What skills will I practise and develop?
You will acquire and develop a range of valuable skills which are discipline specific and more general ‘employability’ skills.
Skills will include:
- the ability to collect, analyse and interpret a range of complex data;
- a range of appropriate qualitative and quantitative research skills;
- the use and application of information technologies;
- the ability to communicate and present ideas and findings in a variety of ways, for example, in writing, and orally;
- the ability to problem solve, and work individually and in groups.
Continuing studies
This program provides appropriate training for proceeding to a PhD.
Career paths
This program provides knowledge and expertise suitable for careers in research and development, business, market studies, public agencies at international, national and local levels, education, teaching and other public services work, and voluntary organisations.
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