MRes Publishing Studies at University of Stirling

Programme overview

The MRes Publishing Studies is a research-focused Masters for analysing and researching contemporary publishing, offering a pathway to PhD preparation and a chance for professionals to research issues in their practice. It explores the history, culture and contexts of Scottish, UK and global publishing.

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Study mode: full-time / part-time | Location: Stirling, Scotland, United Kingdom

What you will study

Delivered through lectures, seminars, self-guided study and one-to-one supervision, with a research project.

Career pathways

PhD study or publishing roles in consumer, trade or education publishing, literary agenting, audio publishing, digital development, marketing, editorial, and design and production.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A minimum of a second class honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject; applicants without these but with significant relevant work/life experience are encouraged to apply. A 2,000-word research proposal must be submitted with the application. English language (international applicants): IELTS Academic or UKVI 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each sub-skill; Pearson Test of English (Academic) 60 overall with a minimum of 59 in each sub-skill; TOEFL exams taken before 21 January 2026: 80 overall with 18 in reading, 17 in writing, 17 in listening, 20 in speaking; TOEFL exams taken from 21 January 2026: 4 overall with no less than 4 in any band.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,050 a year (2026/27). Students from the UK and Republic of Ireland; part time rate Source

International applicants: GBP 10,900 a year (2026/27). International (including EU) students; part time rate Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 12 months full-time; 24 months part-time

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