Arts and Media Mres
University of Chester
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MRes - Master of Research

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The MRes in Arts and Media is a cross-departmental postgraduate research degree in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It offers an exciting opportunity to undertake research within the disciplines of art and design, performing arts and media. This can be accomplished either through practice-led projects or more traditional text-based approaches.You will begin your studies evaluating the tools of research design and methods through two taught modules, and then will apply these ...Read more

The MRes in Arts and Media is a cross-departmental postgraduate research degree in the Faculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences. It offers an exciting opportunity to undertake research within the disciplines of art and design, performing arts and media. This can be accomplished either through practice-led projects or more traditional text-based approaches.You will begin your studies evaluating the tools of research design and methods through two taught modules, and then will apply these in an extensive research project in an area of arts and media in which you are passionate.The programme is geared towards facilitating your research interests, and you will be matched with staff who share these and will be able to guide you in your explorations and discoveries. The course will prepare students for further postgraduate research at MPhil/Doctor of Philosophy level and beyond.The course is taught through a combination of seminars, tutorials and the close supervision of written and creative work.There is the option of taking the course as an online, distance programme, supported throughout by supervisory support and guidance as well as access to online lectures.

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Entry requirements

Applicants will normally have a 2:1 honours degree (minimum) in a discipline related to Arts and Media or an initial degree in another subject, plus evidence of certificated learning in an Arts and Media subject or related experience. Consideration will be given to those who hold a lower classification who can demonstrate they are capable of performing at the level required to complete the course successfully.

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£5,006 per year

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£15,084 per year

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£15,084 per year

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Kingsway campus Chester Cheshire CH2 2LB United Kingdom
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