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University of Stirling: Publishing Studies

Institution University of Stirling View institution profile
Department Communication, Media and Culture
Web www.stir.ac.uk
Email postgraduate.admissions@stir.ac.uk
Telephone 01786 466655
Study type Taught

Summary

Publishing is evolving at a rapid pace. Digital platforms, self-publishing, and new revenue models are reshaping the industry. The MRes Publishing Studies equips you to keep up with these trends, develop evidence-based strategies for publishers, and enhance your professional profile with strong analytical expertise.\ This research-focused Masters degree lets you customise your publishing studies to your area of passion. It provides a pathway to PhD preparation through specialised research in publishing. It also offers publishing professionals the chance to focus deeply on issues relevant to their current practice.\ On this research Masters in Publishing Studies you’ll:

  • explore the history, culture, and contexts of Scottish, UK, and global publishing;

  • develop an analytical and research-focused approach to publishing;

  • have the option to gain hands-on experience with digital publishing tools and strategies;

  • showcase your ability to carry out independent research and concentrate on a topic of interest.

Study at a dedicated publishing research centre\ The Stirling Centre for International Publishing and Communication runs the MRes Publishing Studies. You’ll benefit from their 40+  years' experience of conducting research activities. Staff at the centre regularly collaborate with industry, publishing organisations, and other universities. Research areas include:

  • Digital publishing

  • Contemporary literary publishing

  • Literary prizes

  • Book festivals

  • Small press publishing

  • Publishing and the visual arts

  • Academic publishing and open access debates

For those preparing for PhD study it offers opportunities to apply for funding.\ Connect with an active publishing research community\ There’s plenty of opportunities to build your professional network though guest speaker events. Past speakers include:

  • Richard Charkin (Former MD of Academic Publishing at Oxford University Press and President of the International Publishers Association)

  • Marion Sinclair (Chief Executive, Publishing Scotland)

  • Federica Trogu (Campaigns at Penguin Audio)

  • Kate Neilan (Senior Marketing Manager at Harper NonFiction)

  • Hannah Todd (Literary Agent at Janklow & Nesbit)

  • Kiren Shoman (Executive Vice President, Editorial & Global Executive Lead, DEI at Sage)

You can also attend industry events such as the Scottish Book Trade conference and the London Book Fair.\ Gain practical publishing experience\ On our Publishing Studies Masters degree you can choose a work placement module. You’ll undertake an internship at a publisher, or any organisation that has an element of publishing. It’s a great chance to apply your learning in a workplace.\ You'll plan and project manage a professional publishing project. At the end of the course you’ll have a portfolio of work which you can use to showcase your skills to potential employers.\ Comprehensive employability and skills programme\ Our employability and skills programme helps you to develop the attributes that employers look for. The University of Stirling’s Careers Service works in partnership with academic staff to ensure you are ready for the employment market.

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Master of Research

The University of Stirling is an international university committed to helping students Be the Difference in the world. Based in the heart of Scotland, Stirling is a place where ability – not background – is valued, and teaching, employability and facilities are all rated five-star (QS Stars University Ratings 2024).

That’s just part of the reason Stirling was shortlisted for University of the Year in the Times Higher Education (THE) Awards 2024, rated top 30 in the UK for postgraduate teaching (Postgraduate Taught Experience Survey 2024) and number one in the UK for campus environment (The International Student Barometer …

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