Social Research MRes
University College London (UCL) · London, United Kingdom
About this programme
The MRes course is tailored to provide the critical capacity for theoretical thinking and methodological training for advanced research in social sciences. It is designed to develop advanced skills in research methods as well as a critical understanding of contemporary debates in social research and its methodology. The MRes equips participants with social research skills that
- Level
- Postgraduate
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year
- Tuition
- £29,500 / year
- English
- IELTS 7.5
- Intake
- September
Entry requirements
A minimum of an upper second-class Bachelors' degree from a UK university or an overseas qualification of an equivalent standard in a social science subject, such as sociology, psychology, social policy or economics. If you do not meet these requirements, other considerations, such as relevant work experience or relevant social science training, may be taken into account.
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (5)
- Chevening ScholarshipFully funded · Deadline November (annually)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- UCL Global Excellence ScholarshipsPartial funding · Deadline March-April each year
- Charles Wallace Burma Trust Academic GrantsPartial funding · Check official website
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds