Taught course

Research Methods

Institution
University of the Highlands and Islands · Arts, Humanities and Business
Qualifications
PGCert

Entry requirements

  • 2:2 Honours degree (or equivalent) in any subject
  • A third or an ordinary degree will be considered with appropriate professional experience
  • Candidates with no formal qualifications, who can demonstrate a capability and engagement in appropriate CPD, will be considered under the university's Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) procedures, and may need to complete an appropriate bridging module before undertaking the PgCert

Months of entry

February, September

Course content

Do you want to develop your expertise in a range of both qualitative and quantitative research and apply this to real-world issues? If so, then the PgCert in Research Methods could be the course for you.

This fully online programme is designed for students who wish to develop their research skills and will equip successful students with excellent skills to carry out research of a professional standard. The choices offered in the programme enable students to examine quantitative and qualitative methods in depth and also become competent practitioners in mixed methods and action research.

Research methods training is a cornerstone for success at doctoral study and successful completion of this programme will enable you to take the necessary steps towards this. You will be encouraged to think critically about the selection of appropriate approach to your research and select the most appropriate strategy for collecting and analysing data.

Special features

  • You can study fully online through the university’s virtual learning environment (VLE), which means you can fit your studies around your personal and professional commitments.
  • You will develop an in-depth and reflective understanding of the research process.
  • This course will help research students to understand the professional, regulatory and related contexts of research, and to do so in such a way as to facilitate the development of career planning skills.
  • There is a face-to-face induction, (though not compulsory, is strongly recommended) which is designed to introduce you to the use of learning technologies and to help individuals to network with others on the course and to think about their own development needs in relation to it.

Information for international students

If you would like to study in a country of outstanding natural beauty, friendly communities, and cities buzzing with social life and activities, the Highlands and Islands of Scotland should be your first choice. We have campuses across the region each one with its own special characteristics from the rich cultural life of the islands to the bright city lights of Perth and Inverness. Some courses are available in one location only, for others you will have a choice; we also have courses that can be studied online from your own home country.

Find out more: International - UHI

English Language Requirements

Our programmes are taught and examined in English. To make the most of your studies, you must be able to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken and written English and provide certified proof of your competence before starting your course. Please note that English language tests need to have been taken no more than two years prior to the start date of the course. The standard English Language criteria to study at the University of the Highlands and Islands are detailed on our English language requirements page

Fees and funding

UK students
£2,340
International students
£3,330

For information, please view our Fees/Funding tab: PgCert Research Methods (uhi.ac.uk).

UHI has a number of scholarships, bursaries, awards, and discretionary fund opportunities available to new and current students. Please use the A-Z of funds or use the filter to see which ones may be relevant to you. All students are welcome to apply.

Further information on funding your studies is also available, please see the attached link or contact the relevant UHI partner.

Qualification, course duration and attendance options

  • PGCert
    full time
    6 months
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
    • Online learningis available for this qualification
    part time
    Up to 24 months
    • Distance learningis available for this qualification
    • Online learningis available for this qualification

Course contact details

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Enquiries
Email
courses@uhi.ac.uk
Phone
01463 279190