Our Research Degrees

• MPhil: Master of Philosophy by Research, thesis length 30,000 - 40,000 words
  This special study and research represents a distinct contribution to knowledge.
  1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
• MLitt (Research): Master of Letters by Research, thesis length 40,000 - 70,000 words
  This course of special study and research represents a significant contribution to knowledge.
  2 years full-time, 3 years part-time
• PhD: Doctor of Philosophy, thesis length 70,000 - 100,000 words
  The thesis is an original work making a significant contribution to knowledge in, or understanding of, a field of study and normally containing material worthy of publication.
  3 years full-time, 5 years part-time
• PhD by Published Work

How Do I Apply?

You may contact members of staff to discuss your research interests before applying, using the online application system. We can supervise research with other subject areas. If you do not know which member of staff to approach, you can find out more from our staff profiles.

What Funding is Available?

The deadline for most funding applications is in the February of the year you wish to start study. The College of Arts has a full list of available scholarships and funding. Further scholarships available in the School of Culture and Creative Arts are available here.

For further information, please contact the College of Arts Graduate School.