Careers and employability
There is an increasing need for well-trained social scientists who are able to apply advanced methods of analysis to complex data and who have proven practical research skills.
Graduates from the MSc in Social Research Methods and Statistics (SMRS) have gone on to pursue careers in:
- consultancy
- research
- policy making and
- university teaching in the UK and around the world.
From continuing to study for a PhD, to working in government or in some of the most influential research and policy organisations the MSc provides an Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) recognised qualification that is of value across a number of professions.
Graduate destinations
Past graduates of the SRMS course have gone on to:
- further study;
- the commercial research sector;
- academia;
- charities;
- central and local government.
Interested in a PhD?
The SRMS course is also ideal preparation for students wishing to pursue doctoral study. Both our masters and doctoral programmes are recognised by ESRC for 1+3 funded studentships.
The Cathie Marsh Institute for Social Research has an active course of doctoral research, a good record in attracting funding for our students and provides excellent supervision.
Related links
- Access the University’s award-winning Careers Advice service.
- Take the Manchester Leadership Programme, develop your leadership skills and participate in community volunteering.
- Fast track your career with the Manchester Graduate Internship Programme.
- Find out why career-minded undergraduates are opting for social sciences
- Video: Statistics – Dream job of the next decade – Hal Varian, Chief Economist, Google