Social Sciences Programme

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This programme is hosted by the Faculty of Development and Society Graduate School. The Graduate School website provides a communication hub for students and staff engaged in research, information about our research work, and useful contact information.

The programme has courses within all faculties of the University. These courses serve several purposes. They

* meet the needs of research students for training in social science research methodologies and methods
* provide a vocationally relevant qualification for research-oriented work
* enable established researchers to upgrade specific skills

The programme enables postgraduate students involved in social science research across the University to meet each other, share ideas, and participate in a vibrant research culture based on the Faculty of Development and Society Graduate School.

Courses within the programme are

* MRes Sociology, Planning and Policy (Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) recognised)
* MRes Psychology (new specialist route seeking ESRC recognition)
* MRes Education (ESRC recognised)
* MRes Cultural Studies (ESRC recognised)
* MRes Business (ESRC recognised)
* MRes Social Work (ESRC recognised)
* MRes Health and SocietyAll serve as training for research students in disciplines using the theory and methods of the social sciences.

As a student on the programme, you study approaches and methods available to social science researchers, and explore their implications, limits and uses.

Through designing and conducting research you gain technical competence in research and evaluation. You also develop theoretical knowledge and critical understanding of research epistemologies and methods, and the ethical issues involved in social research.

All routes include modules in qualitative research and quantitative research, together with modules specific to theory and research design in your discipline or field of interest. You can take individual modules as stand alone courses, or combine them to gain a postgraduate certificate or postgraduate diploma. The full MRes includes a research-based dissertation, which may become a pilot study towards a PhD.

For more information about the modules covered please contact the tutor for the route you are interested in.

* MRes Sociology, Planning and Policy
* MRes Psychology
* MRes Education
* MRes Business
* MRes Social Work
* MRes Cultural Studies

Normally an honours degree, or equivalent, in a suitable subject.If you have suitable qualifications or experience you may be exempt from some modules.International students must also have an IELTS score of 6.5.Applications, enrolment and inductionWe normally accept applications until September for an October start, or January for a February start. Your application must be accepted before you enrol so please apply early. If you already hold a research studentship at Sheffield Hallam University, please consult your supervisor and MRes route or programme leader. You need to complete an associate student form to be accepted onto the MRes modules you need for research training. English Language Requirements IELTS band: 6 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) 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.