University of Hertfordshire

Masters by Research Age-appropriate Formulations

University of HertfordshireUniversity of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

Course overview

A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills that are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award. You 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.

Your supervisory team provides guidance both in the selection of a research topic and in the conduct of the research. You are also supported by attendance at postgraduate seminars to develop subject specific knowledge and research skills relevant to your field of research. The degree is assessed solely on the final research output, in the form

Key highlights

  • Substantial original research project throughout the degree
  • Supervision from a team of two or more academics
  • Supervisors guide both topic selection and research conduct
  • Postgraduate seminars build subject knowledge and research skills
  • Assessed solely on the final research output

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — to include appropriate discipline; or above

Scholarships

  • Brian May MSc scholarship in Astrophysics by Research

    £2,000 for one year

    Up to £2,000
  • Helen Burchell Scholarship

    A scholarship of £750 is available each year to a student on the doctoral or master's programmes in the School of Education

    Up to £750
  • The University of Hertfordshire Graduate Scholarship - 20% Fee Discount for Herts Alumni

    This scholarship is to the value of a 20% tuition fee reduction.

    Up to 20% of fees

Careers this course leads to

  • Formulation scientist
  • Pharmaceutical research scientist
  • Paediatric formulation scientist
  • Pharmaceutical development scientist
  • Regulatory affairs specialist

Admission

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