This programme provides training in a range of quantitative and qualitative research methods, and encourages critical reflection on these complementary approaches to research; it is ideal for students wishing to go on to pursue research towards PhD and is particularly suited to those wishing to conduct research in the subject areas withinthe deanery of sciences and social sciences (geography; health and applied social sciences; psychology and criminology; and sports science); the course is also ideal for students wishing to pursue research-oriented careers in non-academic settings: social research; market research.