Course summary
A Master of Science (MSc) by Research allows you to undertake a one-year (full-time) research degree. It contains little or no formal taught component. This type of study gives you the chance to explore a research topic over a shorter time than a more in-depth doctoral programme. Our research degrees are available as full-time, part-time and some are offered distance learning. Research Master's students choose a specific project to work on and have a greater degree of independence in their work than is the case with a taught Master’s course. You’ll be expected to work to an approved programme which you will develop in conjunction with your supervisor within the first few months of starting your studies. Whilst undertaking the research project you will also develop your research skills by taking part in training courses and events. You will be appointed a main supervisor who will normally be part of a supervisory team, comprising up to three members. The research supervisor will advise and support you on your project. At the end of the project, you write up your findings in the form of a short thesis of around 25,000 words, which will then be examined. On successful completion, you will be awarded your degree and if you have enjoyed this taste of research, you may then decide to apply for the full research doctoral degree (PhD). What can I research? There are different ways to find the right research topic for you: Find a supervisor and design your own research project – explore the Huddersfield Research Portal to find research and researcher expertise to find the area you’re interested in - https://pure.hud.ac.uk/ For research in science, computing, engineering, health, and social science we have named projects you can search and apply for instead of developing a research proposal - https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/research/named-projects/ Browse our listed funded opportunities - https://research.hud.ac.uk/research-degrees/researchscholarships/
Entry requirements
An upper second honours degree (2.1) from a UK university or a qualification of an equivalent standard, in a discipline appropriate to that of the proposed programme to be followed. Please see our website for course specific entry requirements.
English language requirements
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.5 overall with no element lower than 6.0, or equivalent.
Read more about the University’s entry requirements for students outside of the UK on our 'Where are you from?' information pages.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
England | £4765 | Year 1 |
Northern Ireland | £4765 | Year 1 |
Scotland | £4765 | Year 1 |
Wales | £4765 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands | £4765 | Year 1 |
Republic of Ireland | £4765 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
Sponsorship information
https://www.hud.ac.uk/postgraduate/research/research-scholarships/
Provider information
University of Huddersfield
Queensgate
Huddersfield
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