Social Research (African Studies) MA/Diploma

Summary

This is a research programme that focuses on contemporary Africa. It provides you with an understanding of major social, cultural, political and economic developments and provides you with the research training necessary to undertake a social-science based study of contemporary Africa which will enhance your ability to prepare and present to an audience on material you have researched.

Key facts

Type of Course: Taught

Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time

Start date: September 2012

Entry requirements

MA programmes normally require an upper second-class Honours degree or equivalent with some background in the disciplines to be studied. Applicants with a background in other disciplines, or with less traditional qualifications, may be accepted for the Diploma in African Studies

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International students
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Standard English language requirements apply

Contact details

The Postgraduate Admissions Tutor
Tel: +44 (0)121 414 5128
Email: cwas@bham.ac.uk

How to apply

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Fees and funding

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Scholarships and studentships
Scholarships to cover fees and/or maintenance costs are available. For further information please email the College of Arts and Law Graduate School artsandlawgraduateschool@contacts.bham.ac.uk. Contact the Postgraduate Office on +44 (0)121 414 8950. International students can often gain funding through overseas research scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships or their home government. Contact the Postgraduate Office on +44 (0)121 414 8950. International students can often gain funding through overseas research scholarships, Commonwealth scholarships or their home government.

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Programme overview

This is a research programme that focuses on contemporary Africa. It provides you with an understanding of major social, cultural, political and economic developments and provides you with the research training necessary to undertake a social-science based study of contemporary Africa which will enhance your ability to prepare and present to an audience on material you have researched.

Programme content

You will complete these modules:

  • Research Skills and Methods in African Studies
  • Advanced Perspectives on Africa
  • Introduction to Social Research
  • Basic Qualitative Research Methods
  • Basic Quantitative Research Methods
  • Principles of Social Science Research Methods
  • One other approved module

You will also complete a 12,000 word dissertation.

The MA Social Research (African Studies) fulfils the requirements for the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) and successful completion of the course is likely to increase your chances of obtaining ESRC funding for PhD research.

Related links  

More about this programme: 
www.historycultures.bham.ac.uk/postgrad/socialresearch/index.shtml
School of History and Cultures website: www.historycultures.bham.ac.uk

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