MA/MSc by Research at Middlesex University

Programme overview

A Master's by Research is a postgraduate research degree at masters level with no taught component. Students carry out an independent research project supported by a supervisory team of two faculty members, and can use it as a foundation for doctoral study.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Technology | Duration: 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time (submission time) | Study mode: (research master) | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students complete a research project, with the final format depending on the discipline, and attend training and development workshops. A Stage 1 panel review takes place after 2 months (full-time) or 3 months (part-time), and the degree is classified following a viva voce examination of the final project.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants submit a masters-level research proposal through the research degrees application portal; promising applications are invited to an online interview. An educational background or professional experience reasonably aligned with the technical area of the project is highly desirable. Applicants must discuss their project with a relevant member of staff in the department before submitting the application. Applies to Faculty of Science and Technology areas (Computer Science, Design, Engineering and Maths, Natural Sciences, London Sports Institute, Psychology) and other areas by arrangement; the Faculties of Business and Law and of Arts and Creative Industries do not currently accept applications.

Duration: 12 months full-time or 24 months part-time (submission time)

Apply through the official page: https://www.mdx.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply-for-research-degrees/

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