This course is suited to students with undergraduate-level knowledge of psychological research methods who wish to broaden and deepen their research skills. This will probably be with a view towards managing their own research projects. This could be in academia, or in a variety of other work settings where the ability to survey opinions, interprets data meaningfully, and construct and test hypotheses, is valued. This programme provides training in psychological research methods, including research design, statistical methods, and relevant software, but also offers a range of supplementary options from several other psychology masters programmes. It covers an array of methodological content which will provide you with the skills necessary to engage in research in public or private-sector organizations, or alternatively continue on to a PhD in preparation for an academic research career. Possible career paths for graduates of this course include academic research (usually following a PhD) or work involving central and local government agencies, public health, the voluntary sector, market/media research, or management consultancy. During this course students will also achieve PgCert and PgDip awards.