MA by Research English at University of Lincoln

The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor. You are expected to write a dissertation of around 25,000 words that demonstrates expert knowledge and understanding of the subject area you have chosen.

Faculty: English and Creative Writing  |  Duration: Full-time: 9 to 15 months; Part-time: 18 to 30 months  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: Start dates in October and February  |  Location: Lincoln, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Study takes the form of supervised individual research, so the majority of the time is spent in independent study. You will need to take considerable responsibility for your studies, including time management, project planning, and writing drafts of your work.

Career pathways

This programme can extend your undergraduate accomplishments into a more specialised area. Students may choose to move on to doctoral study programmes and pursue careers in academia, or take up careers in areas such as publishing, teaching, marketing, and arts administration.

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