MA by Research Modern Languages at Swansea University

Programme overview

An MA by Research in Modern Languages at Singleton Park Campus, enabling a substantial project led by your own interests without committing to a PhD. Modern Languages covers Arabic, Mandarin Chinese, French, German and Hispanic Studies, with research strengths in written culture, European cinema, translation and interpreting.

Department: School of Culture and Communication | Duration: 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time | Intake: October, January, April and July | Location: Swansea, Wales, United Kingdom

What you will study

Original research supervised by two academics, culminating in a thesis; some comparative literature and film projects can be researched in English translation, and advanced knowledge of a language is not always required.

Career pathways

Pathway to a career in academia or employment in fields such as education, government or the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in a related subject (for example Modern Languages, Media Studies or English Literature), or relevant work experience. English language for non-native speakers: IELTS 6.5 overall with 6.5 in each component, or another approved test such as the Swansea University English Test. The School may ask for higher grades. Admissions decisions may also reflect the standard of the research synopsis/proposal, performance at interview, competition for places and relevant professional experience.

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 19,900 a year (2026/27). Full-time Year 1 tuition fee; fees for later years rise by 3%; part-time fee per year 1: UK £2,619, international £9,950 Source

Intake: October, January, April and July

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

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