Duration of Study
Research may be undertaken on a full-time or part-time basis. The minimum periods of study for a Masters Degree (MPhil) are one year full-time or two years part-time. For a doctoral degree (PhD) the minimum period is three years full-time or five years part-time. For those candidates who already possess a Masters Degree obtained by research or advanced study, the period of study is reduced by one year.
Part-time candidates for the Masters Degree who are resident in the UK or the Republic of Ireland normally visit the Department at least once each term. Part-time overseas candidates for the Masters Degree are required to spend a total of at least three months in residence at the Department at times to be agreed with their Director of Studies.
The Director of Studies will determine the period of attendance at the Department for part-time Doctoral candidates.
Please visit our School's Research pages for information regarding our staff, areas of interest, facilities and other information
