Masters by Research programmes

Choose from a range of Masters by Research programmes in English Literature and related disciplines.

A Masters by Research (MScR) programme is ideal if you would like to complete a short piece of independent research in English Literature. It is a good stepping stone to a PhD, but is equally of value as a stand-alone qualification.

We are able to support students wishing to develop research projects in any field of Anglophone literary studies.

On our MScR programme:

  • you will take courses in research skills and methods
  • you will complete two research assignments, each of 6,000 words
  • you will write a 15,000 word dissertation under the guidance of an experienced and well-published supervisor

An MScR programme is likely to suit you if:

  • you have a clear idea what you would like to write your dissertation about, right from the beginning of the programme
  • you would like to be part of a large and supportive masters community while working independently

Masters by Research (MScR) in English Literature

Full-time, one year (all students) ꟾ part-time, two years (eligibility criteria apply)

The University of Edinburgh Degree Finder gives you lots of information about what topics and themes we can supervise in English Literature. 

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Masters by Research (MScR) in Medieval Studies

Full-time, one year (all students) ꟾ part-time, two years (eligibility criteria apply)

The University of Edinburgh Degree Finder gives you lots of information about what topics and themes we can supervise in Medieval Studies. 

Entrance requirements, fees, funding and more...

You can find out about entrance requirements, start dates, fees and scholarship opportunities for all our postgraduate programmes on the University of Edinburgh’s Degree Finder. Degree Finder links straight through to EUCLID, the online system for applying to postgraduate programmes at the University of Edinburgh.

 

Applications to start a Masters by Research (MScR) programme in September 2025 are now open.

If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us.

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