The Masters by Research (MRes) Creative Arts course is a flexible research-based course designed to provide graduates with a foundation for a career in research, the public/private sector, the arts or academia (i.e. PhD studies).
The Masters by Research (MRes) Creative Arts course is a flexible research-based course designed to provide graduates with a foundation for a career in research, the public/private sector, the arts or academia (i.e. PhD studies). The purpose is to offer high quality postgraduate training in methods and practice of research and relevant transferable skills that offer a unique learning experience to advance knowledge within your specialist area of the arts or humanities.
The MRes offers a foundation of advanced knowledge, specialist research skills and transferable attributes to prepare for academic and professional research careers. It seeks to develop reflexive independent researchers who can operate at the forefront of their academic discipline and of professional practice. The content and approach of the curriculum has a strong emphasis on independent scholarship and professional development. You will develop a keen understanding of research processes and methodologies, resulting in a research proposal and a reflection on your professional development and career ambitions.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2027
City Centre Campus
4 Cardigan Street,
Birmingham,
West Midlands,
B4 7BD, Central England, United Kingdom
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
January 2027
City Centre Campus
4 Cardigan Street,
Birmingham,
West Midlands,
B4 7BD, Central England, United Kingdom
Minimum 2:2 UK degree or international equivalent in an arts, humanities or related subject area.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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