MMU is a leading University with world-class expertise, reflected within our ten Research Institutes.
What can a research degree do for you?
A research degree at MMU will enable you to determine your own field of study within our ten different research institutes. Within these institutes we have ongoing high calibre research projects.
You will work closely with your appointed supervisor to help formulate your research topic and ensure you are making proper progress towards completing your research on time. As a research student, you will have the full support of specialist staff and ready access to wide-ranging modern facilities.
A dynamic culture of research and enterprise throughout MMU creates countless opportunities for research students to base their own work on many of the very latest developments.
Research Degrees offered
The University offers the following degrees by research:
- Masters by Research (MA/MSc/LLM)
- Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Published Work (Route 1)
- Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) by Published Work (Route 2)
Also available are:
Master of Research (MRes) in the subject areas of :
- Business and Management
- Education and Society
Both MRes programmes have obtained recognition from the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
Professional Doctorates
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- Doctor of Education (EdD)
- Professional Doctorate Programme in Health
- Doctor of Business Administration (DBA)
Studying modes
You could study full time or part time, for more information contact the Research team, or the relevant Faculty Research Administrator.
Application process
Each research institute manages their own application process.
For more information, contact the relevant Faculty Research Administrator.