Social Research Methods and Statistics with Computational Social Science

University of Manchester

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 1 Year SociologyMathematics and statistics

Social Research Methods and Statistics with Computational Social Science MSc is a postgraduate degree at University of Manchester, based in Manchester, taught full-time over 1 year.

About this course

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.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: MSc

Location: Manchester

Part-time

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Manchester

Part-time

Duration: 18 Months

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Manchester

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 9 Months

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Manchester

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Course Details

Qualification
MSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Manchester
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Sociology, Mathematics and statistics