About Mres Social Science in Sheffield Hallam University
- Learn social research methods and the supporting theories and philosophies.
- Develop areas of specialist interests and integrate these into your methodological training.
- Benefit from discussing research issues with students from other postgraduate and doctoral courses.
Focus on research specialisms encompassing sociology, social policy, politics, criminology, education studies, urban studies, youth studies and cultural studies. Study a range of research methodologies including interview-based narrative and biographical research, case studies, media analysis and statistical analysis of large data sets. Critique current developments, then design and conduct your own original research.
Future careers
This course prepares you for a career in
- nursing
- research administration
- high executive officer positions
- the probation service
- research and lecturing
Previous graduates of this course have gone on to work for
- BMI General Healthcare
- Thornbury Hospital, Sheffield
- Graduate Centre, Sheffield Hallam University
- Department for Education and Employment
- National Probation Service
All of our courses require different levels of qualifications for entry and the details provided below are for guidance only.
Postgraduate taught programmes (masters)
The following qualifications will be considered for entry on to postgraduate taught programmes,
- three year Bachelor Degree with a minimum score of between 55 to 60 per cent or above (from a reputable university)
- four year Bachelor Degree with a minimum score of 55 per cent or above (from a reputable university)
- Successful completion of a recognised pre-masters course
English Language entry requirements are listed in the entry requirements section of the online prospectus. The information provided below is intended to help you understand the different English Language qualifications we will accept.
Courses at NQF Level 6 and above (includes BA, BSc, MA, MSc, MPhil, PhD)
We consider the following English language qualifications for courses at degree level (NQF Level 6) or above requiring
an IELTS for UKVI* 6.0 or equivalent entry requirement (*IELTS may be accepted if you do not require a Tier 4 student visa)
IELTS for UKVI*
- IELTS for UKVI* 6.5
- Listening: minimum level 5.5
- Speaking: minimum level 5.5
- Reading: minimum level 5.5
- Writing: minimum level 5.5
TOEFL
- Internet based 90
- Listening: minimum level 17
- Speaking: minimum level 20
- Reading: minimum level 18
- Writing: minimum level 17
Pearson
- PTE 60
- Listening: minimum level 51
- Speaking: minimum level 51
- Reading: minimum level 51
- Writing: minimum level 51
Sheffield Hallam University Highlights
| Institution Type |
Public |
| Student Population |
60,000 |
| FAFSA Code |
N/A |
| Application Cost |
UCAS application fee is 20 -26 GBP while the direct application is free |
| Accreditation |
Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors and the Institute of Workplace and Facilities Management, and others |
| Accommodation |
Available |
| Financial aid |
Scholarships, loans, discounts |
Sheffield Hallam University The Average Tuition Fees And Other Expenses
| Program |
Fees (GBP) |
| International Foundation Program |
10,250 - 12,310 |
| Placement year |
1,200 |
| Undergraduate |
13,650 |
| Postgraduate taught |
13,900 – 15,500 |
| MBA |
15,965 |
| PGCEs |
13,905 |
| Fees |
Undergraduate (GBP) |
Postgraduate (GBP) |
| Tuition Fees |
13,650 |
13,900 – 15,965 |
| Placement |
1,200 |
1,200 |
| Accommodation |
3,740 to 6,292 |
3,740 to 6,292 |
*the costs are estimated and may vary.
