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By undertaking postgraduate level study, you will work towards the enhancement of a variety of skill sets including:
An MPhil is also a research degree which requires the submission of a dissertation. An MPhil thesis is expected to display a good general knowledge of the field of study, a comprehensive knowledge of some part or aspect of the field of study and a recognisable original contribution to knowledge or understanding. An MPhil degree does not usually involve an oral examination. A full-time MPhil degree is normally completed in two years.
The essence of a PhD is research, in which knowledge is extended by exploration, investigation, and contemplation. In scientific and engineering disciplines, research often implies experimentation, but research is more than mere experiments: it means interpretation and deep understanding. To be awarded a PhD, you must find new abstractions, approaches, algorithms, principles, or mechanisms. Your work must also be of a high quality equivalent to peers in your field.
To complete a PhD, you will present the results of your research in a formal document called a thesis or dissertation which should contain a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding. You will have to defend your work in an oral examination, known as a viva voce. A full-time PhD is typically completed in three years.
Current areas of research
The Faculty of Engineering offers the opportunity to study for full-time and part-time MPhil and PhD degrees across each of our departments:
Our five main research divisions are:
PhD
A master’s degree with an average mark of 60% and above, plus an upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
Or
A first-class honours degree in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
MPhil
An upper second-class honours degree (2:1) in a relevant discipline. Non-UK qualifications will be assessed against this standard.
Before starting an online application, applicants are required to carefully read, review, and understand the Compliance with MQA Standards and Programme Standards, as well as the Checklist for application.
Applicants must possess a degree awarded by a recognised university.
Faculty-Specific Requirements