Urban Research

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The Masters (Research) in Urban Research provides students with an excellent grounding in social science research methods and theory and in the theoretical and policy debates around urban space and place. It is ideally suited for students wishing to undertake a PhD or to work in public/third or private sector organizations within a research or policy role.

Key facts

* MRes: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

Career prospects

The MRes Urban Research aims to provide a strong foundation for advanced research in urban studies, both in the context of careers in the public and voluntary sectors, and especially of further studies to PhD level. These are the routes taken by most of our students on completion of the programme.

The core teaching for this programme is delivered over two semesters followed by the completion of an independent research project. Teaching is offered by two main providers the College of Social Sciences Graduate School provides core courses in research methods and social theory to ensure a grounding in a broad set of research skills; the subject area of Urban Studies provides core training in the theory of urban research and global cities.

Students enhance this training by selecting additional courses across the school and College of Social Sciences allowing for the development of knowledge of most relevance to the students own research interests. The majority of teaching is delivered through lectures and seminars, but may also include lab work, input from policy/practice experts and, in some case, UK field trips.

Core assessed components

* Social Science Statistics 1 : 20 credits
* Qualitative Methods: 20 credits
* Introduction to Social Theory for Researchers: 20 credits
* Global Cities: 20 credits
* Urban Theory and Research: 20 credits
* Dissertation (60 credits)

Core non-assessed components

* Graduate School induction week
* IT discovery and resources
* Transferable Skills and Personal Development Planning

Optional courses

* Social Science Statistics 2 (GS): 20 credits
* Advanced Qualitative Methods (GS): 20 credits
* A wide range of options across Urban Studies, the School of Social & Political Science or College of Social Sciences as approved by the programme director

Entry requirements for postgraduate taught programmes are a 2.1 Honours degree or equivalent qualification (for example, GPA 3.0 or above) in a relevant subject unless otherwise specified. Applicants who do not meet these requirements but with professional experience may be considered.Further information regarding academic entry requirements:student.recruitment@glasgow.ac.uk English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6.5 CAE score: (read more) Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE) is part of the Cambridge English suite and is targeted at a high level (IETLS 6.5-8.0). It is an international English language exam set at the right level for academic and professional success. Developed by Cambridge English Language Assessment - part of the University of Cambridge - it helps you stand out from the crowd as a high achiever. 75 (Grade B) TOEFL iBT® test: 92 IMPORTANT NOTE: Since April 2014 the ETS tests (including TOEFL and TOEIC) are no longer accepted for Tier 4 visa applications to the United Kingdom. The university might still accept these tests to admit you to the university, but if you require a Tier 4 visa to enter the UK and begin your degree programme, these tests will not be sufficient to obtain your Visa. The IELTS test is most widely accepted by universities and is also accepted for Tier 4 visas to the UK- learn more.