Sociology (Research)

What makes the MRes in Sociology at Worcester special?

The Sociology MRes course will enable you to focus on a sociological topic or related area of your own choosing and to develop research skills in preparation for employment or further study in the field. In the process, the Sociology team will support you in developing your original research project and with expanding your research profile and academic network.

Key features

• A personalised learner journey that develops your independent research, methodological, and writing skills

• Regular opportunities to work with scholars in Sociology and the Institute of Arts and Humanities in developing your research profile, networks, and transferable employability skills

• Intensive research focus on an area of your own choosing and expertise, with tutor support, in developing an independent and original thesis

• Close tutor support in identifying a long-term career path with particular emphasis on potential future PhD study, work experience, and dissemination of your research

• Inclusion and collaboration in a supportive network of students and scholars in Sociology and the Institute of Arts and Humanities with particular emphasis on encouraging your personal development as an independent researcher in original and pathbreaking contexts

Course Modules

• RSDP 4001 Developing as a Researcher
• MHCA4001 Research Approaches in the Humanities and Arts
• MHCA4002 Thesis Preparation Module
• MHCA4005 MRes Research Project