Applied Methods of Social Science Research (MA)

The two-semester Master of Arts in Applied Methods of Social Research (AMSR) equips students with advanced, broad, and research-oriented methodological expertise, enabling them to conduct independent research in the social sciences. Ideal for those who have already gained foundational knowledge in descriptive and inferential statistics during their Bachelor’s studies, the programme will deepen students' understanding of research design, data collection, and both qualitative and quantitative analysis methods. Students will expand their toolkit with a focus on advanced research designs and specialised methods, including data visualisation, statistical techniques, and qualitative discourse analysis. The curriculum also covers key research fields, such as Inequality and Diversity, Digital Societies, and International Politics and Conflict, where students will apply and refine their skills. Designed with a focus on both research and practical application, the programme prepares students for independent, theory-driven investigation of socially and politically relevant issues—culminating in the Master’s thesis. This international, English-language programme is particularly suited to those intending to pursue a PhD.