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Goldsmiths, University of London: English
| Institution | Goldsmiths, University of London View institution profile |
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| Department | English and Creative Writing |
| Web | https://www.gold.ac.uk/ |
| course-info@gold.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 020 7078 5300 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This MRes prepares you for more advanced research projects at MPhil/PhD level, but is also a degree in its own right. It's ideal if you're considering a 'taster' year of research, or if you're keen to complete shorter term research at graduate level.
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Study in depth and reflect critically upon an aspect of research methods relevant to your dissertation topic, under the guidance of a supervisor.
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Where appropriate, you can choose to write your research project on methodological topics arising from the syllabus of one of our taught Masters-level modules.
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Carry out systematic research into the primary, critical and theoretical literature relevant to the dissertation topic, under the guidance of your supervisor.
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The Department of English and Creative Writing at Goldsmiths comprises leading scholars and creative writers, and has an extensive research community.
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Beyond this original research into the literature, cultures and languages of the past and present, a substantial number of our academic staff produce the literature of the future, as creative writers.
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The Department is home to the Goldsmiths Prize, established in 2013 to celebrate the qualities of creative daring associated with the College.
Master of Research - MRes
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
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| Entry requirements | You should normally have a BA in a relevant subject with at least a clear upper second class result. If it’s in an unrelated field, you may be considered subject to qualifying interview/submission of sample essays. Before submitting a formal application, please get in contact to discuss the research project you would like to pursue during the MRes programme. Formal applications must be accompanied by a detailed 3-5 page research proposal. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have a BA in a relevant subject with at least a clear upper second class result. If it’s in an unrelated field, you may be considered subject to qualifying interview/submission of sample essays. Before submitting a formal application, please get in contact to discuss the research project you would like to pursue during the MRes programme. Formal applications must be accompanied by a detailed 3-5 page research proposal. We accept a wide range of international qualifications. If English isn’t your first language, you will need an IELTS score (or equivalent English language qualification) of 7.0 with a 7.0 in writing and no element lower than 6.5 to study this programme. |
| Location | Goldsmiths, University of London New Cross London SE14 6NW |
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