Social Research Methods and Statistics with Computational Social Science

Data skills are invaluable across the social sciences. Used responsibly, big data can help you to interpret the myriad factors at play in the study of social phenomena.

Mastering computational methods will greatly expand your ability to process, analyse and draw conclusions from data.

Each core module on this programme has been designed to equip you with a strong foundation in both statistical theory and advanced computational techniques, ensuring you graduate with a versatile toolkit for analysing complex social phenomena.

Some of the key skills you’ll learn are:

Advanced data analysis

Survey design

Statistical modelling

Agent-based modelling for understanding complex systems.

Upon course completion, you’ll have developed a highly valued skillset, preparing you for doctoral research and enhancing your employability across countless sectors.