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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    University of the West of Scotland

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    01-SEP-25

  • Duration

    12 months

Course summary

The Master of Research (MRes) degree is an advanced postgraduate research degree which is especially focused on preparing students for doctoral research.

The MRes usually takes 12 months of full-time study. The main difference between a taught MSc and an MRes is that the course structure is more flexible than a taught Masters degree and requires candidates to complete a research dissertation (typically 15-20,000 words) informed by independent research, or a practice-led research project.

The MRes provides structured research study and is a great place to begin your research career. If you’re thinking about studying at PhD level the MRes will give you a taste of what it’s like to complete a doctorate.

UWS normally requires MRes candidates to defend their dissertation thesis (viva voce examination) for successful completion of an MRes degree.

Tuition fees

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£ 15,250per year

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University information

University of the West of Scotland

  • University League Table

    127th

  • Campus address

    University of the West of Scotland, Paisley Campus, High Street, Paisley, Renfrewshire, PA1 2BE, Scotland

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    64th out of 91 9

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    191 84%

    4th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    64.0 64%

    84th

    32
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.23 81%

    34th

    22

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