MA/MSc Master's by Research in Leicester United Kingdom | De Montfort University

De Montfort University | Leicester United Kingdom
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Research)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP 14,600
(c. USD19,601.67)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
12 months

The MA or MSc by Research is a postgraduate degree focused primarily on self-directed study rather than classroom-based learning. This program serves as excellent preparation for doctoral studies while providing advanced research training.

Advantages of pursuing a Research Master's at DMU:
Enjoy the freedom to organize your schedule and study at times that work best for you
Our experienced faculty members, known for their cutting-edge research projects, will guide you to maximize the potential of your research
Receive ongoing guidance from dedicated research supervisors through regular progress meetings
Our innovative work in dried blood spot analysis for neonatal care was recently recognized as a finalist for the Times Higher Education Awards
From creating the first artificial pancreas to enhance diabetes treatment to presenting groundbreaking research on Channel 4 and at prestigious venues like London's National Science Museum - even to royal visitors - our researchers consistently push boundaries in their fields


Program Length: Full-time: 12 months (with an optional 3-month Research Completion Period if needed)


Destination of Study

Subjects of Study

Language Requirements

English
IELTS 6.5

Qualification Requirements

Normally a minimum of a 2:1 or first class Honours degree (or equivalent)
Relevant experience may be needed for some projects You will be required to prepare a research proposal, approximately three pages long that sets out your research aims context and intended methods
You will then be interviewed by two members of staff and, if successful in your application, be assigned two supervisors

If English is not your first language an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent when you start the course is essential. English language tuition, delivered by our British Council accredited Centre for English Language Learning (CELL), is available both before and during the course.

Tuition GBP 14,600

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