MA by Research English
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The MA by Research in English is designed for students who are keen to undertake an in-depth research project of their choice in an aspect of literature in English, with the guidance of an expert academic supervisor. You are expected to write a dissertation of around 25,000 words that demonstrates expert knowledge and understanding of the subject area you have chosen. You can benefit from the expertise of academics who are publishing in a wide range of literary subjects, from the medieval to the contemporary, in multiple genres, and from various theoretical perspectives.
This course is best suited for students who have a tightly defined research project that is achievable within the time frame. As a postgraduate research student, you are encouraged to participate in the School of Humanities and Heritage's lively research culture of research seminars (including the English Research Seminar), as well as postgraduate forums, training, and social events.
Key highlights
- Independent research project of your choice in literature in English
- Guidance from an expert academic supervisor throughout
- Dissertation of around 25,000 words demonstrating expert subject knowledge
- Supervisors publish across medieval to contemporary literature and multiple genres
- Research seminars, including the English Research Seminar
- Postgraduate forums, research training and social events
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:1 — to include relevant subject; or above
- International qualifications — If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications. Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 7.0 overall, with a…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- PhD researcher
- Academic researcher
- Secondary school English teacher
- Editor
- Publishing assistant
- Copywriter
Cost of study
International: £16,900 per year
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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