Master of Philosophy MPhil - (Research) (Full-time, Part-time)

A Master of Philosophy (MPhil) is awarded to a candidate who, having critically investigated and evaluated an approved topic and demonstrated an understanding of research methods appropriate to the chosen field, has presented and defended a thesis and/or practical element, by viva voce, to the satisfaction of the examiners. Candidates may register to study for an MPhil on a full-time or part-time (UK based students only) basis.

Most students wishing to graduate as Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) enrol initially for an MPhil and subsequently transfer to a PhD, once sufficient progress has been made.

The Business School is comitted to continuing the development of its postgraduate research environment in its six academic departments:

Accounting and Taxation
Finance and Business Economics
Human Resources and Organisational Behaviour
Law
Management and Strategy
Marketing

Our research focusses on corporate governance, finance & risk, intellectual property, taxation, human resource management and international business.

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Key Facts

Next start dates:
September 2012, September 2013

Location:
Executive Business Centre

School:
The Business School,

Duration:
18 months full-time; 36 months part-time

Delivery method:
Full-time, Part-time

Entry requirements:
A First or Second class UK Honours degree or equivalent and/or an appropriate masters degree.

Relevant subjects:
Any related subject, preferably at Masters level.

If English is not your first language:
IELTS 7.0 (Academic) or above.
International entry requirements

Course reference:
MPHBF

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