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  • Qualification

    MPhil - Master of Philosophy

  • Location

    City Campus

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    FEB

  • Duration

    1.5 Years

Course summary

OverviewDuring your MPhil, we will train you in rigorous research methodologies that are transferable to many different careers. Our Postgraduate Research Development programme allows you to learn alongside other candidates, building up a network of potential collaborators in research projects.There is no doubt that research degrees require persistence and dedication. At the same time, they are excellent opportunities to develop your critical skills and high-level thinking. Most important of all, they allow you to focus on what you find interesting and to follow your personal research interests.Why us?Compared to a PhD, an MPhil requires fewer years of study – as few as two years compared to at least three years for a PhDYou can often convert your MPhil into a PhD and continue your researchWe're ranked 2nd in the UK for students’ overall satisfaction with their research degree programme according to the Postgraduate Research Experience Survey 2018An MPhil thesis is typically 20,000-40,000 words while a PhD thesis is up to 80,000 words, depending on the subject areaYou have an option to study this programme at our Sunderland campus or via distance learning

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Tuition fees

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£ 14,500per year

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University information

University of Sunderland

  • University League Table

    83rd

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Chester Road, Sunderland, Sunderland, SR1 3SD, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    56th out of 92 10

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    122 61%

    44th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    68.0 68%

    40th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.31 83%

    7th

    28

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