Applied Social Data Analytics - MSc Programme content
Key information
Key information
- Complete full-time in one year.
- Blended delivery (on campus and online)
- Modules taught during autumn and spring semesters.
- Complete five core modules across all two semesters.
- Choose two electives per semester.
- Submit a research project at the end of the summer semester.
You will learn through a blend of
- Lectures, workshops, and hands-on activities
- Reflective practice and guided research
- Regular feedback from faculty and peers
Programme content
Core modules
Data Processing and Visualisation with R (PS6211) provides an introduction to analysing complex social research data.
Advanced Analysis in Psychology (PS6051) develops quantitative and qualitative data analysis skills for social research.
Electives - Choose two
Introduction to Data Communications (JM6102) develops a critical understanding of how data is created, organised, and communicated.
Initial Programming (CS6371) introduces core programming concepts with a focus on designing solutions to problems from a range of domains.
Digital Mental Health (PS6201) explores the role of digital technologies in mental health research and practice.
Books and journal articles needed for the programme will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.
For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules
Core modules
Network Analysis (PS6142) introduces network theory and methods with practical training in R.
Advanced Analysis in Psychology 2 (PS6032) covers advanced statistics for experimental and non-experimental methods.
Electives - Choose two
Advanced Data Storytelling (JM6103) explores how to extract key features from large datasets and communicate them to different audiences.
Networks and Complex Systems (MS6032) applies network science methods to systems ranging from social networks to biological systems.
Professional Skills in Psychology 2 (PS6052) develops verbal presentation skills through theoretical and practical exercises.
Books and journal articles needed for the programme will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.
For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules
Core modules
Research Project (PS6063) provides students the opportunity to use the data analysis tools covered in the programme in the service of a supervised research project, integrating advanced data analysis with relevant theoretical understanding and academic literature.
Books and journal articles needed for the programme will be available online through the UL Glucksman Library.
For more information on each module, you can search the faculty, school and module code on UL’s Book of Modules
