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MA by Research (Animation and Visual Effects)

University of South Wales

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Course options

3 options available

  • Qualification

    MA - Master of Arts

  • Location

    Cardiff Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    15-APR-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

A Masters by Research degree allows you to carry out an independent supervised research project on an approved topic of your choice. At the end of your studies you will submit a thesis of up to 40,000 words. As with all research degrees examination is a two-part process: examination of the thesis followed by a viva examination. You can complete your Masters by Research on a full or part time basis, on campus or remotely, if the nature of the research allows. A Masters by Research takes one year full time or two years part time, and is available in most subject areas. There are no classes to attend as the Masters by Research is based on research. Full-time students are expected to spend around 35 hours per week on self-study and part-time students 12 hours. Postgraduate researchers are assigned a supervisory team who have the expertise and experience to support them in their studies. Supervisors will help you to shape your research project, give feedback on work in progress and guide you to completion.

Tuition fees

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£ 15,500per year

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University information

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

University of South Wales

  • University League Table

    77th

  • Campus address

    University of South Wales, Llantwit Road, Treforest, Pontypridd, Rhondda, Cynon, Taff, CF37 1DL, Wales

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Computer Science

    80th out of 117 2

    59th out of 94 8

  • Entry standards

    / Max 223
    126 56%

    59th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    73.0 73%

    88th

    10

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.15 79%

    24th

    11

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    146 70%

    18th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    55.0 55%

    63rd

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    2.98 74%

    69th

    12

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