Doctor of Applied Social Research (Social Work)

University of Stirling

The social sciences and humanities services market is growing. There is an increased need for research-led policy responses to social challenges. (source: The Business Research Company, Jan 2025). The Doctor of Applied Social Research (DASR) course is suited to professionals from a wide range of social science backgrounds. Our tailored study pathways cover social work, criminal justice, family therapy, housing, dementia, substance use, social policy and applied social science. You’ll gain expert research skills that can be immediately put to work in your professional setting through our Professional Practice Project module. This allows you to consolidate your learning and skills in preparation for your subsequent thesis stage research. Our highly flexible course empowers you to study while you continue working. Become an effective social researcher On this professional doctorate you’ll learn important research skills including: how to design a research project that gets meaningful results how to interpret data and use it effectively in your projects the difference between qualitative and quantitative data, and the value of each for research how to use Reflexivity to support your development as a reflective practitioner who works in complex practice settings practical application of everything you’ve studied through assessments and group projects. You’ll produce an original thesis on a topic that interests you most.

Applied Social Science