MPhil/PhD Humanities
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Why choose this course?
- You'll gain a strong knowledge and understanding of the subject and then take the discipline forward through an approved programme of original research
- Your research supervisor will support and guide you throughout the duration of your studies
- You'll study alongside other research students from diverse backgrounds and nationalities, which will really enhance your learning experience
- You can study full or part time.
- There are numerous research groups you can become involved in, and regular events you can attend.
About the course
There are three routes to a higher degree:
MPhil
This is for graduates who want to gain a strong knowledge and understanding of the subject, and then take the discipline forward through an approved programme of original research
New route PhD
The new route is for recently qualified graduates with good honours degrees who are keen to progress immediately to a research experience. This will prepare you for a career in which the ability to undertake research will play a key role.
Traditional route PhD
This route entails a programme of research which normally takes three years of full time study. You can choose to take it part time over a period of up to six years. The traditional route enables capable and qualified individuals with a masters degree to pursue an original research investigation into a chosen topic within a field of enquiry.
Your career
You'll develop in-depth expertise in your chosen area which can lead to real career progression either in business or in academia.
Supervision
We design an individual research programme to suit your topic, and you will regularly meet your supervisor for guidance and progress monitoring.
Anything else?
For more information please contact our Research Office: researchoffice@derby.ac.uk
Start dates
You can start in May, October or January.
Fees*
Home and EU students
Full time annual fee for 2011/12
- Master of Philosophy: £3,540
- Doctor of Philosophy - Traditional Route: £3,540
- Doctor of Philosophy- New Route: £3,540
Part time annual fee for 2011/12
- Master of Philosophy: £1,770
- Doctor of Philosophy - Traditional Route: £1,770
- Doctor of Philosophy - New Route: £2,130
International annual fee for 2011/12
- Master of Philosophy: £9,060
- Doctor of Philosophy - Traditional Route: £9,060
- Doctor of Philosophy - New Route: £9,060
International distance learning annual fee for 2011/12
- Master of Philosophy: £4,530
- Doctor of Philosophy - Traditional Route: £4,530
- Doctor of Philosophy - New Route: £5,805
*We recommend you check fee details with us though, as they can change. Costs can increase each year and there may be extra costs eg for exams, trips or special modules.
Course length
The MPhil is studied over two years. You can study the PhD for three years full time, or six years part time. The new route PhD is studied over four years.
