Develop your potential and profile as a successful researcher on this innovative masters course. It enables you to undertake original research and push the boundaries of knowledge in your specialist area of choice.Focus on a subject pathway which matches your interests and ambitions: you can graduate with an MRes in Social Research, Criminal Psychology, Humanities or JournalismLearn in an inter-disciplinary and research-active environmentBuild advanced research skills through a series of inspirational masterclassesConduct your own substantial piece of independent research, with support and supervision from influential academic researchersJoin our dynamic and supportive postgraduate community and work with influential researchers on collaborative projectsFocus on ‘real-world’ research: if you are already in employment, you can relate your studies directly to your professional roleLearn how to attract funding for research projects and how to share your findings for maximum impactBenefit from a truly interdisciplinary approach to learning, drawing on best research practice from across the social sciences and humanitiesBoost your future prospects by building an impressive portfolio of transferable skills in data collection, analysis and critical reflection – using evidence to evaluate and solve problemsPrepare for a fulfilling career as a researcher or research manager in academia or public, private and voluntary organisationGain an excellent platform if you want to progress to a PhDEnjoy flexibility in your studies – with the chance to take shorter versions of the course leading to a Postgraduate Certificate or Diploma.