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Critical Theory and Cultural Studies MPhil

University of Nottingham

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Course options

  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    University Park Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    FEB

  • Duration

    2 years

Course summary

Research overview

Develop your own original research in an environment with a strong transnational and transcultural perspective. These perspectives produce a stimulating and vibrant community with debate encouraged between staff and students.

Our staff are experienced supervisors who will guide and support you both academically and personally.

Staff expertise

We have particular strengths in:



  • modern theory

  • political philosophy and politics

  • aesthetics

  • feminist, queer and gender studies

  • cultural, literary, media and visual studies

  • psychoanalysis

  • art history

  • postcolonial, sensory, science and technology studies

Research centres

The Department of Cultural, Media and Visual Studies is home to two research centres where much of the Critical Theory and Cultural Studies research activity takes place. You will be encouraged to get involved and contribute.


  • Centre for Research in Critical Theory

  • Centre for Contemporary East Asian Cultural Studies
  • Careers

    Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

    Tuition fees

    Students living in United States
    (International fees)

    £ 21,500per year

    Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

    University information

    University of Nottingham

    University of Nottingham

    • University League Table

      30th

    • Campus address

      University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham, Nottingham, NG7 2RD, England

    A member of the Russell Group and Universitas 21 international network, Nottingham is a truly global university, welcoming students from over 150 countries.
    Nottingham offers a range of prestigious international scholarships for high-achieving students from around the world.
    Nottingham is known as one of the UK's top sporting universities. Its students and alumni have won Olympic, World and Commonwealth medals.

    Subject rankings

    • Subject ranking

      17th out of 96 1

      12th out of 101 4

    • Entry standards

      / Max 202
      146 72%

      27th

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      78.0 78%

      17th

      8
    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.13 78%

      57th

      17
    • Entry standards

      / Max 206
      144 70%

      21st

    • Graduate prospects

      / Max 100
      71.0 71%

      13th

      3
    • Student satisfaction

      / Max 4
      3.15 79%

      17th

      57

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