Program Overview
The University of Bolton's MRes (Specialism) is a multidisciplinary research training program that combines advanced research skills with personalized projects. This flexible program allows students to develop their expertise in various subject areas, including business, computer science, education, and engineering. The MRes prepares students for further research opportunities, such as PhDs, or careers in research and academia.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
This University of Bolton's MRes (Specialism) degree is a multidisciplinary research training programme. Combining rigorous training in advanced research skills with personalised research projects that build deep subject knowledge, this exciting postgraduate programme is designed to inspire your imagination, foster your creativity and support you in achieving your ambitions.
Outline:
This University of Bolton's Masters by Research degree is a multidisciplinary research training programme which has been designed to be truly novel and sui generis. It has been designed to inspire the imagination and foster creativity while providing rigorous training in advanced research skills and deep subject knowledge. The programme is delivered through a staged and flexible approach enabling you to develop research skills as preparation for a PhD or Professional Doctorate. Embedded within the programme is collaborative research, which prepares you for research within employment. Opportunities will be available for students to undertake applied research projects involving knowledge exchange. The programme has been structured to allow it to be used for any subject area within the University. The MRes programme will provide a common foundation for PhD or Professional Doctorate programmes with interim awards available following the gaining of 60 credits (PgCert), 120 credits (PgDip) and an exit award of the 180 credit MRes with specialism determined by the dissertation focus.
Specialism options
The MRes (Specialism) programme accommodates a diverse array of specialisations within the following subject areas: Business (eg Leadership, Islamic Finance, Logistics and Supply Chain Management) Computer Science (eg Computing, Artificial Intelligence) Education Engineering Other specialisms will be developing over the coming months. A planned assessment strategy allows for: the development of research knowledge and transferable skills through relevant and flexible assessment methods. tailored assessments to enable the development of advanced knowledge and understanding in the student's area of specialism. Initial assessment(s) in each module to support the completion of a later one, to provide feedback opportunities and reduce academic misconduct (See OfS B4 condition). At least half of the course is commonly devoted to one or more research projects (QAA MRes Characteristic)
Modules
The modules listed below may be a mixture of compulsory and optional. Academic Skills and Professional Development MRes Specialism: Critical Insights Research Design and Methods Collaborative Research Project Advanced Research Analysis and Methods Dissertation
Assessment methods
Level Assesment method Level one Coursework 88%, Practical exams 12%
Learning activities
Level Learning activity Level one Guided independent study 85%, Scheduled learning and teaching activities 16%
Teaching:
The programme will be delivered using a blended learning approach, combining face-to-face sessions with online and practical work as appropriate. A range of learning and teaching methods will be employed, including (face-to-face or online) lectures, seminars, tutorials, discussion groups, guest speakers and master classes. This programme adopts a blended style of learning and teaching, including online delivery and engagement where appropriate.
Careers:
An MRes (Specialism) programme opens up many career opportunities. It acts as a gateway to more advanced research opportunities, such as pursuing a PhD. It also enhances your professional qualifications, enabling you to pursue roles in research, academia, or industries that value research and analytical skills. The skills acquired during the MRes programme, such as critical thinking, problem-solving, project management, creativity, communication, and leadership, are highly valuable in research-related fields, educational institutions, and a variety of career paths.
Alternative career options
Here are some career options you can pursue with an MRes. Please bear in mind that some of these options require prior experience and/or additional qualifications). Research Scientist Academic Researcher Data Analyst Market Research Analyst Policy Analyst Clinical Research Coordinator Environmental Consultant Project Manager Nonprofit or NGO Positions Public Relations and Communications Marketing and Advertising
