Community Research - MA
Key information
Community research is a collaborative approach to investigating real-world issues that matter to communities. It involves working directly with people, organisations, and institutions to co-design and carry out community based participatory research to address identified community needs .
At UL, this means engaging with local and international partners through UL Engage-supported projects.
UL’s one-year, full-time Master of Arts in Community Research + is designed for professionals and practitioners who want to develop applied research skills in a community setting. The programme blends academic rigour with hands-on experience, allowing students to work on live projects that address social, cultural, and political challenges.
The Community Research + Development pathway explores how research supports peacebuilding, policy, and sustainable development in diverse contexts.
This innovative, programme is ideal for those motivated to make a difference through research that is grounded in practice and driven by community needs.
During this programme, you will
- Engage in hands-on community-based participatory research involving community consultation and co-design.
- Explore development institutions and peacebuilding supports at national and international levels.
- Take core seminars in Development and Peacebuilding.
- Examine global conflict and cooperation through key theories and case studies.
