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Students
Tuition Fee
GBP 23,400
Start Date
Medium of studying
Duration
12 months
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Masters
Major
English Literature | Literature
Area of study
Humanities
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 23,400
About Program

Program Overview


The English MRes is a research-based postgraduate degree program that allows students to develop and complete an independent research project in English Language and/or Literature. The program is designed to prepare students for further research in the form of a PhD, professional development, and/or general interest. With a focus on developing independent research and writing skills, the program includes modules in Research Resources, Feasibility Study, and Dissertation.

Program Outline


Degree Overview:

The English MRes is a one-year full-time or two-year part-time research-based postgraduate degree that allows students to develop and complete an independent research project in English Language and/or Literature. The program provides excellent preparation for a PhD in English, but is also suitable for those seeking professional development or personal interest in research.


Objectives:

  • Develop independent research skills.
  • Identify key primary and secondary resources relevant to the field of research.
  • Produce preliminary and preparatory work.
  • Enhance critical writing skills.
  • Develop presentational skills for advanced study in English Literature or English Language.
  • Gain knowledge and confidence to reflect critically and creatively on the practices, contexts, and real-world applications of the study of English Literature and English Language.

Outline:


Structure:

  • The program consists of four modules:
  • Research Resources (ENGL703)
  • Feasibility Study (ENGL704)
  • Dissertation (ENGL705)
  • One optional module:
  • Research Skills and Practice (ENGL700)
  • RESEARCH SKILLS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE (ENGL699)

Course Schedule:

  • Semester One:
  • Research Resources (ENGL703)
  • One optional module (ENGL700 or ENGL699)
  • Semester Two:
  • Feasibility Study (ENGL704)
  • Dissertation (ENGL705)
  • Final Project:
  • Dissertation (ENGL705)

Module Descriptions:

  • Research Resources (ENGL703): This module aims to develop subject-specific knowledge relevant to the student's field of research.
  • Students work with their supervisor(s) to develop a program of reading and other forms of research. Assessment consists of an annotated bibliography (approx. 30 items with critical annotations, 4500-5500 words).
  • Research Skills and Practice (ENGL700): This module introduces students to the practices, contexts, and real-world applications of academic research.
  • It provides opportunities to develop skills in advanced literary study, independent research, and para-academic activities. Assessment methods vary.
  • RESEARCH SKILLS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE (ENGL699): This module offers bespoke research skills training for MRes/MA students in English Language.
  • It covers topics such as research design, ethics, data collection/analysis, and presenting/disseminating research. Assessment methods vary. Students work with their supervisor(s) to determine the specific academic content based on their individual research project. Assessment consists of a sample chapter (or other preparatory work for the student's research project), 8000-10000 words in length.
  • Dissertation (ENGL705): This is the final dissertation for the MRes English, consisting of a 30,000-35,000-word piece on a subject devised by the student and agreed with their supervisor.
  • This module is a culmination of previous modules studied on the MRes.

Assessment:

  • Research Resources (ENGL703): Annotated bibliography (approx.
  • 30 items with critical annotations, 4500-5500 words).
  • Research Skills and Practice (ENGL700): Assessment methods vary.
  • RESEARCH SKILLS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE (ENGL699): Assessment methods vary.
  • Feasibility Study (ENGL704): Sample chapter (or other preparatory work for the student's research project), 8000-10000 words in length.
  • Dissertation (ENGL705): 30,000-35,000-word dissertation.

Teaching:

  • All MRes English students complete a taught research skills module in Semester one, with one on-campus session per week, shared with the relevant MA cohort.
  • Class sizes for all master’s programmes in the Department of English tend to be small, typically including no more than 10 students.
  • The other 3 modules (ENGL703 Research Resources, ENGL704 Feasibility Study and ENGL705 Dissertation) involve a total of at least 30 hours of one-to-one meetings with the supervisor(s), who will guide students through their self-directed study and independent research.

Careers:

  • The MRes English provides students with rigorous training in research methods in their chosen discipline as well as experience with independent research and self-management.
  • The professional skills that students will develop upon completion of the programme will prepare them well for a wide range of potential employment areas.

Other:

  • The Department of English is based in the School of the Arts.
  • The Department is committed to small group teaching, which encourages a more rewarding learning experience, where ideas are shared and explored with peers and supervisors.
  • Students will be part of a genuine international postgraduate community.
  • Students will be able to participate in the lively research culture through attending regular seminars and lectures by guest speakers as well as staff and students.
  • The Department of English is in the top 100 English Language and Literature departments in the world according to QS Top Universities rankings.
  • The Department is internationally renowned for advancing the study of language, literature, and creative writing and has a strong research ethos.
  • The Department has a reputation for radical thinking, as exemplified by its success rate in the BBC and Arts and Humanities Council’s ‘New Generation Thinkers’ scheme.
  • The Department is host to Europe’s largest collection of science fiction materials which includes the John Wyndham Archive and home to the annual Liverpool Literary Festival.

UK fees (applies to Channel Islands, Isle of Man and Republic of Ireland) Full-time place, per year £4,786 Part-time place, per year £2,393 International fees Full-time place, per year £23,400 Part-time place, per year £11,700 Please note, the fees shown are for the academic year 2024-25. Some MRes courses incur additional bench fees. You will be notified of any fee which applies to you in your offer letter.

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