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  • Qualification

    MRes - Master of Research

  • Location

    Main Site

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    26-JAN-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

Course SummaryThe Master of Research (MRes) is a flexible programme based around three taught research methods modules, an independent project relating to your specialist subject area, and a Master's thesis (supported through academic tutorials). The supervisory team are all research active within their subject specialisms.The programme promotes collaborative engagement between students and research active academic staff. This engagement has already resulted in a number of research publications. It provides an opportunity for individuals from a range of professional and academic backgrounds to gain a critical appreciation of developments in their specialist subject area and to enhance the analytical and research skills necessary to engage in advanced research projects.The MRes forms an important part of the Higher Degree portfolio of the University. The MRes programme provides a good grounding in the research process and can be used as a stepping stone into Doctoral research.It provides an opportunity for individuals from a range of professional and academic backgrounds to gain a critical appreciation of developments in their specialist subject area and to enhance the analytical and research skills necessary to engage in advanced research projects. The flexibility of the programme makes it suitable for both those who are experienced practitioners undertaking senior roles, as well as less experienced students looking to lay the foundations for a new career pathway following an undergraduate degree.Popular subject specialisms include:PsychologyCriminologyForest SchoolOutdoor EducationSport CoachingSport Performance Analysis

Tuition fees

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£ 14,600per year

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University information

Plymouth Marjon University

  • University League Table

    100th

  • Campus address

    Main Site, Plymouth Marjon University, Derriford Road, Plymouth, Devon, PL6 8BH, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    62nd out of 91 1

  • Entry standards

    / Max 228
    114 50%

    74th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    84.0 84%

    21st

    22
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.29 82%

    28th

    22

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