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English MRes

University of Liverpool

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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Liverpool Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

The English MRes allows you to develop and complete a one year full-time or two year part-time independent research project in English Language and/or Literature, in the context of a structured programme of study. The MRes provides excellent preparation if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in English, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest.IntroductionAs well as completing a bespoke research skills module you will be working individually with your supervisor(s) throughout the course, and you will become part of the vibrant research community within the English Department and the School of the Arts.Recent MRes projects have encompassed a broad range of topics, including an investigation of adolescents’ language attitudes towards Liverpool English, a study on code-switching in Spanish-English bilingual children, an analysis of the poet figure in Shelley’s Alastor or, the Spirit of Solitude, and an exploration of queer racialised identities in contemporary theory and novels.What you'll learnIndependent research skillsHow to identify key primary and secondary resources relevant to your field of researchHow to produce a preliminary and preparatory piece of workCritical writing skillsPresentational skills for advanced study in English Literature or English LanguageKnowledge and confidence to reflect critically and creatively on the practices, contexts and real-world applications of the study of English Literature and English Language.

Application deadline

11/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 2,113month

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University of Liverpool

University of Liverpool

  • University League Table

    22nd

  • Campus address

    Main Site, The Foundation Building, Brownlow Hill, Liverpool, Liverpool, L69 7ZX, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    English

    25th out of 89 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 207
    128 62%

    29th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    25th

    6

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.20 80%

    53rd

    13

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