Applied Social Research (Taught) | Master's degree | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 2 years | Trinity College Dublin | Ireland

The programme is designed for graduates in the social sciences who want to develop their research skills and gain employment in the area of research; it is equally suited to those who wish to build research skills for application in their current work environments. The course also provides a strong foundation for further post-graduate study, particularly for PhD research. Using a combination of lectures, workshops and practical assignments, the programme trains graduates to: Design and conduct primary social research using both quantitative and qualitative research methods; analyse the research data collected using a variety of computer programmes; and write and present research findings to a variety of audiences. Graduates of this programme gain employment in research institutes or consultancies, government departments, semi-state agencies, the NGO sector, and in a range of policy environments. Others go on to complete further post-graduate study.