MA by Research (Criminology)
University of South Wales
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A Masters by Research (M by Res) degree involves undertaking an individual, supervised research project which you will write up as a thesis of up to 40,000 words. You will be examined on your submission and undertake a viva voce. We are committed to nurturing a pipeline of research talent and creating a culture that enables all our researchers to achieve their research ambitions.

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Mollie
25 Feb 25

The food facilities. The cafe and restaurants are wonderful, I really love existing in them and the food-though expensive-is nice and staff are really pleasant. My timetable works..Read more

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Entry requirements

Typical requirements: An upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) or a Masters qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject, and / or appropriate, relevant equivalent qualifications/experience. Additional requirements include: A single research proposal of approximately 2,000 words is required unless you are applying for a funded studentship which has a specified project. (Only one research proposal is permitted.) Two references on headed paper. At least one referee should be able to comment on your academic/professional ability. References provided by relatives are not acceptable. Applications that do not include references and / or a research proposal will be rejected as will applications that include multiple research proposals.

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£5,006 per year

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The bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

£18,970 per year

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The bursary is for £500 to support students with travel and living costs

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University of South Wales
Llantwit Rd Pontypridd Cardiff CF37 1DL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Treforest  0.2 miles away
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