German MScR
The University of Edinburgh
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MSc - Master of Science

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A Masters by Research (MScR) programme is ideal if you have a clear idea of the independent research you wish to undertake at masters level. The programme is a good stepping stone to a PhD, but is equally of value as a stand-alone qualification.As a Masters by Research student, you will be part of a wider masters community while specialising in what most interests you right from the beginning of the programme. This is how it is different to a taught Masters (MSc).German was one of the first ...Read more

A Masters by Research (MScR) programme is ideal if you have a clear idea of the independent research you wish to undertake at masters level. The programme is a good stepping stone to a PhD, but is equally of value as a stand-alone qualification.As a Masters by Research student, you will be part of a wider masters community while specialising in what most interests you right from the beginning of the programme. This is how it is different to a taught Masters (MSc).German was one of the first European languages to be offered at the University of Edinburgh. Since 1894, our subject area has grown into one of the Universitys largest in Modern Languages and a significant centre for research. We support a broad range of cultural and literary research themes, from the medieval period to the present.

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Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a related subject.

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£10,400 per year

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£35,300 per year

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£35,300 per year

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