Migration Studies

TheMigration Studiescourse offered by the University of Essexuniquely explores the study of migration through a sociological perspective and uses a scientific approach to investigate the key challenges that will shape policy agendas and the impact that this could have around the world.

The Migration Studies course offered by the University of Essex combines insights of sociological theory with the methodological rigour highly in demand by government, NGOs and supranational institutions. Drawing on the expertise of leading researchers, you build the methodological skills needed to conduct your own research and make your own contribution to the field of migration. You gain a critical and coherent perspective on empirical research and examining the key assumptions and ideological underpinnings of qualitative and quantitative research.

Your future

A degree in Migration Studies with a sociological approach, especially one from a recognised centre of excellence like Essex, opens many doors.

This Migration Studiescourse offered by the University of Essex provides excellent preparation for establishing a career in policy making, human rights organisations or to continue further academic study. Many of our postgraduates go on to successful academic careers, both in the UK and overseas.

Courses included:

• Postgraduate Taught Project and Academic Skills

• Advanced Quantitative Analysis: Models for Cause and Effect

• Digital Economy

• Advertising: Commerce and Creativity

• Formative Debates in Criminology