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Humanities at University of Brighton - UCAS

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21May
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21May
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Postgraduate
22May
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Course summary

Our Humanities MRes course is for students interested in undertaking research in subjects including politics, philosophy, history, discourse studies, English literature, creative writing, cultural studies, design history and art history. It is designed to offer high-quality postgraduate training in the practice and methods of research, and supports progression into doctoral degrees as well as providing you with a foundation for a career in research in industry, the public sector or in academic life. You will benefit from working with inspiring academics who are experts in these fields.

Modules

Core modules

  • Research Methods
  • Philosophies of Research
One option module*
  • Globalisation and Global Politics
  • Exploring Objects
  • Heritage in a Global Context
  • Screenwriting
  • Practices of Storytelling
  • Queer and Now
  • Protecting Human Rights and Building Peace
  • Mediating Objects
  • Caring for Collections and their Users
  • The Process of Publishing
  • Research Practice
*Option modules are indicative and may change, depending on timetabling and staff availability.

Entry requirements

Degree and experience - A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Students with a degree that does not fall within this category but who have significant relevant experience will also be considered. - All applicants should provide a full description of any research projects that they have undertaken, along with any relevant work experience and non-academic qualifications. English language requirements - IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Find out more about the other English qualifications that we accept.

Fees and funding

Tuition fees

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Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

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Humanities at University of Brighton - UCAS