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Education at University of Bristol - UCAS

Course summary

The aim of the MRes in Education is to provide the methodological, analytical and practical expertise required to become a competent educational researcher. This is an Economic and Social Research Council-recognised programme, and one of the research training pathways that make up the South West Doctoral Training Partnership. This programme will appeal to those who are interested in developing a career in educational research, as well as professionals working in education institutions or organisations that require research knowledge and skills.

Assessment method

https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/media/postgraduate/admissions-statements/2025/mres-education.pdf


How to apply

International applicants

The University of Bristol welcomes applications from international students and accepts a wide range of qualifications for postgraduate study. If you study or have studied at a university outside the UK, please select the relevant page for further information on qualifications, scholarships and education representatives in your country/region: bristol.ac.uk/international/countries

Entry requirements

You will typically need an upper second-class honours degree or an international equivalent in Education or Research. Applicants who do not have a research degree must have evidence of one unit in research methods. If you are currently completing a degree, we understand that your final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades you have achieved during your studies to date. We will consider your application if your interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements and may make you an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so you would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of your degree. Specific module requirements would still apply. We will also consider your application if your final overall achieved grade is slightly lower than the programme's entry requirement. If you have evidence of significant (minimum of one year in a paid role) relevant work experience in a research role, please include your CV (curriculum vitae / résumé) when you apply, showing details of your relevant experience. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/


Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £12300 Year 1
Northern Ireland £12300 Year 1
Scotland £12300 Year 1
Wales £12300 Year 1
Channel Islands £12300 Year 1
EU £28200 Year 1
International £28200 Year 1

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

Fees are subject to an annual review. For programmes that last longer than one year, please budget for up to an 8% increase in fees each year. For more information, please view the programme page on our website.
Education at University of Bristol - UCAS