Research degrees
Postgraduate research is of high priority at the ½Û×Ó¶ÌÊÓÆµ. We place great importance on research excellence which ensures that our research students are trained, supported and challenged to produce research of the highest standard.
Undertaking a research degree at Worcester, means you will become part of a thriving community of research students, based within the University’s Research School.
At Worcester, we offer four categories of research degree: PhD (Doctor of Philosophy), MPhil (Master of Philosophy) and in some subject areas the Professional Doctorate and the MRes (Masters by Research).
A PhD normally requires 3 years of full-time or 5 years of part-time study. Your work must make an original contribution to knowledge in your field of study. You will be expected to show evidence of systematic study; and of independent, critical and original thinking; while your thesis should be worthy of publication in whole or part.
An MPhil normally requires 2 years of full-time or 4 years of part-time study. Your MPhil should demonstrate your ability to undertake an appropriate research programme and to produce a critical analysis of existing knowledge in your field of study.
A Professional Doctorate normally requires 4 years part time study. As a guide, the taught programme is generally completed within 18 months and we expect that for most students the thesis stage will be completed within a further 2.5 years. Like the PhD your work must make an original contribution to knowledge but with a particular focus on your own area of professional practice.
An MRes normally requires 1 year full time or 3 years part time study.
To find out more, get in touch with the Research School on 01905 542182 or email research@worc.ac.uk