MA by Research Welsh at Swansea University

Programme overview

The MA by Research in Welsh is a research degree at Singleton Park Campus for a substantial project in specialist areas where taught programmes are not offered. Students submit a thesis of up to 40,000 words, followed by a viva.

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

What you will study

Research specialities include bilingualism and language planning, literary theory, translation techniques and technology, literature, devolution, Welsh for adults and language acquisition, legal and social history, law and minority languages, and drama, film, animation, broadcasting and digital media. Students have two supervisors and attend skills and training courses.

Career pathways

Pathway to academia, or employment in education, government bodies or the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of an upper second class honours degree (2:1) in Welsh or a related subject, or relevant work experience. Admissions decisions also consider the research proposal, interview performance if required, 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 19,500 a year (2026/27). Full-time MA by Research tuition, year 1, October 2026 to July 2027 start. Later years rise by 3%. Source

Intake: 1 October, 1 January, 1 April and 1 July

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

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