MSc by Research (Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences) at Kingston University

Programme overview

The Masters by Research is a research degree with no taught modules, assessed entirely by a dissertation of 15,000 to 20,000 words and an oral examination. It is a Level 7 award carrying 180 credits. Not available for business research subjects.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Social Sciences | Department: School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences | Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, online (distance learning) | Intake: October, March | Location: Kingston upon Thames, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You investigate and evaluate an approved research topic under a dissertation supervisor, supported by research training workshops, seminars, guest lectures and symposia.

Career pathways

Research degrees lead to academic, consultancy or commercial careers.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A first or upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in a subject relevant to the proposed research project; equivalent professional experience may be accepted. English language: Academic IELTS 6.5 overall with 5.5 in each element.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Research degree full-time annual tuition fee (MA/MSc by Research, MPhil and PhD); part-time £2,619. Bench fees may be charged for some programmes; continuation fee £1,000 (one year). Source

International applicants: GBP 18,000 a year (2026/27). Research degree full-time annual tuition fee (MA/MSc by Research, MPhil and PhD); part-time £9,000. Source

Intake: October, March

Duration: 1 year full-time / 2 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.kingston.ac.uk/research/research-degrees

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