Course summary
The School of Geography offers the opportunity to work at doctoral level alongside academics whose research has been internationally recognised. You will have the chance to work within a supportive academic community, sharing ideas and experiences with the aim of advancing knowledge.
Modules
Due to the nature of postgraduate research programmes, the vast majority of your time will be spent in independent study and research. In addition to this, you are strongly encouraged to attend School seminar and guest speaker events, and engage in a range of research and skills training opportunities in support of your studies. You will have meetings with your academic supervisor, however the regularity of these will vary depending on your own individual requirements, subject area, staff availability and the stage of your programme.
Assessment method
The MSc by Research involves writing a Master's thesis under the supervision of a member of academic staff on a topic to be agreed with your supervisor. The MSc by Research is usually awarded based on the quality of your thesis and your ability in an oral examination (viva voce) to present and successfully defend your chosen research topic.
Entry requirements
First or second class honours degree in Geography or related discipline.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £2344 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £2344 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £2344 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £2344 | Year 1 |
| International | £8350 | 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
Full time and part time postgraduate research students will be invoiced the published set fee each academic year enrolled, up to the point of thesis submission.
Upon first enrolment, the full set fee is payable.
All continuing students are required to re-enrol on their anniversary of their first enrolment. The relevant set full time or part time fee is payable by all continuing students on re-enrolment.
A reduced 'writing-up' fee in the 12 month period prior to thesis submission may be applicable subject to your progress. After your Viva Voce examination, additional fees will be payable if a second Viva Voce examination is required.
Research students may be required to pay additional fees in addition to cover the cost of specialist resources, equipment and access to any specialist collections that may be required to support their research project. These will be informed by the research proposal submitted and will be calculated on an individual basis. Any additional fees will be outlined in your offer letter, prior to accepting your place at the University of Lincoln.
Sponsorship information
Please refer to the following website pages for further details - http://lincoln.ac.uk/home/studyatlincoln/postgraduateprogrammes/scholarships/
Provider information
University of Lincoln
Brayford Pool
Lincoln
LN6 7TS