Master of Philosophy (MPhil)
An MPhil is a way of testing whether postgraduate research suits you and is a shorter research degree which is completed to the same quality as a PhD. If it does, students can often transfer to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and continue to research and also to learn alongside other candidates, building up a network of potential collaborators in research projects.
At the same time, they are excellent opportunities to develop student critical skills and high-level thinking. The MPhil provides a more critical and rigorous exploration of your particular subject area, preparing you for a career in academia, research, or industry.
The programme is designed to help students develop the general ability to conceptualise, design and realise a project for the generation of new knowledge, with guidance from experienced supervisors.
Duration (Full-time)
18-36 Months
Duration (Part-time)
30-48 Months
Qualification
MPhil Degree
Key Features
An MPhil offers a rigorous research experience that develops critical skills and high-level thinking.
Conceptualisation & Design
Develop the general ability to conceptualise, design and realise a project for the generation of new knowledge in your chosen field.
Rigorous Subject Exploration
It provides a more critical and rigorous exploration of your particular subject area, allowing you to develop deep expertise.
Ethical Approval & Research
Guiding students to obtaining ethical approval to realise research, with proposed methodology and techniques for analysis.
Research Methods Training
An opportunity to gain a significant grounding in research methods and skills, essential for academic and professional research careers.
Collaborative Network
Build up a network of potential collaborators in research projects, learning alongside other candidates and experienced supervisors.
Pathway to PhD
If research suits you, you can often transfer to a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and continue to develop your research at the highest level.
Entry Requirements
A master's degree transcript and certificate, an Honours degree transcript and certificate, personal statements, curriculum vitae, two academic references (preferably from your most recent degree), and job reference (2-3 years managerial or professional experience).
All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this research programme it is Academic IELTS (UKVI) of 6.5 or above, with no element below 6.0.
How to Apply
The application process for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil) requires careful preparation of your research proposal.
If you are interested in applying for the Master of Philosophy (MPhil), please contact the SA Global Study team. You will need to submit a detailed research proposal of approximately 1,500-2,000 words along with your academic documents and references.
Research Areas
The MPhil programme offers research opportunities across a wide range of disciplines.
Start & Duration
An MPhil programme is normally 18-36 months full-time.
Intake: January / April / June / August / October / November
Part-time: 30-48 months