- Level
- Postgraduate
- Duration
- Full Time, 1 year; Part Time, 2 years
- Subject
- Languages and Literatures
- Location
- United Kingdom
Overview
A University of Hertfordshire research degree is an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award. You undertake an original research project for the duration of the degree, under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic members of staff. You are also supported by attendance at the University's Generic Training courses. During the course of the degree, you are given opportunities to present your work at major conferences. The degree is assessed on the final research output, in the form of a written thesis of up to 25,000 words, which is defended in a viva with an external examiner.
Entry requirements
| Degree | 2:1 · Subjects: relevant discipline · or above |
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English language requirements
| IELTS | 6.0 overall, no part below 5.5 |
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IELTS score of 6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each band.
Start dates
February; October
Application deadline
No fixed deadline; apply via the course page
Campus
- University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield, United Kingdom
Where you will study
Welwyn Hatfield, East of England, United Kingdom
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