Masters by Research Nursing

The Master's by Research Nursing at the University of Hertfordshire is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills, which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award.

Students will undertake a substantial, original research project for the duration of the degree, under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic members of staff and a supervisory team providing guidance both in the selection of a research topic and in the conduct of the research. Students are also supported by attendance at postgraduate seminar series to develop subject-specific knowledge and research skills relevant to the field of research.

The Master's by Research Nursing in the University of Hertfordshire is assessed solely based on the final research output, in the form of a substantial written thesis, which must be "defended" in a viva. During the course of the degree, students would be given opportunities to present their work at major conferences and in refereed research publications.