MRes Interdisciplinary Study at University of Birmingham

Programme overview

Do you ask questions across disciplinary boundaries? Do your research goals reach across disciplines, subjects or industries? On our Interdisciplinary Study MRes, you'll design and conduct your own research project, combining perspectives from multiple disciplines into one distinct approach.

Department: Interdisciplinary study | Duration: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Birmingham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Students must take a taught skills/research module offered by one of the Schools/Departments within the University dependent on the student’s research interests. Enrolment on this module must first be discussed and approved by the Programme Lead. Modules include The World of Interdisciplinary Research.

Career pathways

This programme provides you with the opportunity to pursue an interdisciplinary career. For example:. in academic research or in an interdisciplinary PhD project. in policy-making or a research role in a non-governmental organisation. in a research and development role in industry.

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Application information

Entry requirements

2:1 Honours degree in a relevant area. Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. You should have, or expect to get, a 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant area. Relevant equivalent study or professional experience can also be considered for entry. English language: IELTS 6.5 with no less than 6.0 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 7,500 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 26,460 a year (2027/28). Full-time Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full-time: 1 year; Part-time: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://admissions.bham.ac.uk/course-finder-landing-page/?code=COR001

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