Humanities (MA by Research) at Liverpool Hope University

Programme overview

Come and pursue your academic passions through our Masters by Research (Humanities) programme. As a master's level student with us, you will research and produce a 150 credit (35,000 word) dissertation under the supervision of a research active academic in your area of specialism. You will undertake a skills-based module to develop advanced research, critical thinking and writing skills to support your independent research.

Faculty: School of Humanities | Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time) | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Modules include Advanced Research Skills Module (30 credits), Dissertation Module (150 credits, 35,000 words or equivalent).

Career pathways

The Masters by Research (Humanities) attracts ongoing interest and offers the opportunity to grow our PGR community. There is interest from subjects like Creative Writing, History Politics, English, TPRS etc; colleagues have noted interest from undergraduate students in furthering their studies to postgraduate level.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Normally a minimum of a Second-Class Honours degree in a relevant discipline awarded by a UK university, or an equivalent higher education qualification is required. For students whose first language is not English there is a language requirement of IELTS 6.5 overall with 6 minimum of all components.

Domestic applicants: GBP 8,150 a year (2026/27). Home (UK) tuition Source

International applicants: GBP 16,500 a year (2026/27). International tuition Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months (full-time); 27 months (part-time)

Apply through the official page: https://hope-apply.enroly.com/login/

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