MA by Research Digital Humanities at Swansea University

Programme overview

The MA by Research in Digital Humanities is a one-year research degree in which students complete a substantial project of their own choosing, supervised by two academics. Students join the Centre for Digital Arts and Humanities (CODAH).

Faculty: School of Culture and Communication | Department: Media and Communication (Digital Humanities) | Duration: 1 year full-time; 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students submit a thesis of up to 40,000 words followed by a viva. Research strengths include digital applications for the heritage sector, intellectual and literary history, digital editing, mapping applications, applied linguistics and translation, digital mass media, digital security and the societal impacts of digital technologies.

Career pathways

The degree can lead to a career in academia or broaden employment options in fields such as education, government or the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants should hold or expect to achieve at least an upper second class honours degree (2:1), or equivalent, in a related subject, or hold relevant work experience. IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component (or Swansea University recognised equivalent). Admissions decisions may also take into account the research proposal, interview performance, competition for places and relevant professional experience. One reference is required.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,006 a year (2025/26). UK student full-time annual rate (2025/26 entry point); part-time is half. Charged over the minimum candidature period. Bench fees may apply. Source

International applicants: GBP 18,550 a year (2026/27). Full-time tuition, year 1; rate for an October start in the year shown Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

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

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