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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 Philosophy MRes allows you to undertake a one year full-time or two year part-time research project in Philosophy. You will receive training in research skills and supervision from one or more academic specialists in their subject area.IntroductionThis MRes provides a personalised and focused introduction to postgraduate research. It will enable you to develop into an independent researcher and produce an original research project, supported by an expert in Philosophy.This course is excellent preparation for you if you’re intending to undertake a PhD in the Arts and Humanities, but is also a good choice if you wish to pursue a research project for purposes of professional development or personal interest. You will become part of a community of active researchers and will be encouraged to pursue your own research interests in collaboration with an academic supervisor.Who is this course for?You should have a very well-developed research proposal that you have discussed and had approved by your prospective supervisor in the Department of Philosophy prior to submitting your application.What you'll learnHow to design a robust research proposalHow to identify relevant evidence and sourcesHow to plan and conduct a major piece of original, independent researchHow to collect, interpret and analyse data and present your findingsProject management and problem-solving skillsHow to prepare a bibliography

Application deadline

11/09/2026

Tuition fees

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£ 2,113month

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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

    25th out of 45 2

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    130 65%

    24th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    72.0 72%

    15th

    2
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    25th

    2

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