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  • UAB is one of only three R1 research universities in the State of Alabama.
  • This certificate requires 15-17 credit hours to complete.

About the Program

Do you want a foundation in social science research methods? With this certificate, we can give you a broad range of quantitative and qualitative research skills that will prepare you for graduate school or an introductory research career.

In fact, we specifically created this certificate to complement your undergraduate degree so you can make your application to grad school as strong as possible. How? By designing a curriculum intended to give you the basic understanding you need for data collection and analysis. Plus, because we’ll also teach you how to assess reliable data sources as well as communicate your findings proficiently to both academic and non-academic audiences, we’re ensuring that you’ll have a solid foundation in social science research by the time you complete your certificate.

Delivery Method

100% Online

This program can be taken completely online.

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