How to Apply
MA by Research, MPhil or PhD
When to apply
Applications for research degrees are invited at any time during the academic year. If you wish to apply for a studentship deadlines are advertised nationally and on the website. There are three entry points in January, April and September.
Fees for 2011/12
Home/EU (Part time) £1900
Home/EU (Full time) £3800
Overseas fees are either £9180 (band 1) or £10440 (band 2).
Qualities we look for
We will only offer you a place if you are qualified and able to demonstrate intellectual curiosity, organisational ability, aptitude and expertise for major in-depth investigation. You must also possess the practical skills required for the executive aspects of your particular area of work.
Students are often practising artists, designers, writers, theorists, historians and educators.
Applications to the Research Degrees Programme are encouraged from people with humanities as well as art and design backgrounds.
International Applicants
You must provide evidence of practical work in a suitable format i.e. CD, DVD or powerpoint . Written work in English must be submitted along with evidence of qualifications and an Individual Study Plan. If English is not your first language, you must be able to communicate to a high level in English (ELTS level 7.0 as a minimum standard).
If you are interested in these research opportunities, feel free to get in touch or make a time to call in. We will offer you guidance in clarifying what you want to do and advise on the best ways in which you can develop towards your goals.
Research Proposal
The most important part of your application is the research proposal. You must seriously consider and identify your research question, your method and any additional skills or resources you might need to complete the project. Research at PhD level should make an original contribution to knowledge and this can be identified by careful attention to the wider critical and cultural contexts of your proposal.
When you make an application be sure to address the points raised in the Guidelines. They are designed to assist you in providing the information we need to make an assessment of your research project. Ensure the proposal is achievable and think how your programme of research might develop over the period of registration.
Studio-based, practice-led and practice as research Proposals will be considered in combination with visual evidence in the form of powerpoints and/or CD/DVD in the application submission.
Research Proposal Guidelines can be found on the application form.
Please get in touch with Professor Jim Aulich to discuss your proposal. Email j.aulich@mmu.ac.uk
Application Form
Please return to:
The RED Office (PGR Admissions)
Manchester Metropolitan University
Ormond Building
Lower Ormond Street
Manchester
M15 6BX
