Social Science Research Methods (International Relations) (Taught) | Graduate diploma / certificate | Humanities & Culture | On Campus | 1-2 Years | Cardiff University | United Kingdom

Our MSc in Social Science Research Methods aims to provide advanced training in research methods across the full range of the social sciences. You will 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 will 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. The course pathways have ESRC recognition and they each provide the appropriate training basis for proceeding to a PhD. These programs provide extensive opportunities for interdisciplinary study, the application of social research expertise for occupational career development, and the pursuit of substantive areas of interest at postgraduate level. International Relations pathway The Postgraduate Diploma in Social Science Research Methods (International Relations) aims to provide advanced training in research methods. This program will offer you an opportunity to develop analytical skills, an interdisciplinary knowledge base, and a practical understanding of research in International Relations. This program will provide you with: A thorough theoretical and practical knowledge of how to construct effective research studies. Information on the variety of data collection methods available to the social scientist. The principal methods of analysing social scientific data. You will 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. In order to have meaningful contact with research being conducted by staff in the School, you will be linked to a research group. The Politics and International Relations pathways are close