MPhil / PhD

Program Overview

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Postgraduate Research

We offer a wealth of postgraduate research degree opportunities within a supportive environment. Our many research students are a valuable part of our dynamic research community.

Course Overview

Supervision

Each student's work is managed in collaboration with an expert supervisory team. This is led by a Director of Studies together with (a) second supervisor(s) and may also include specialist adviser(s), especially in the case of interdisciplinary research. This supervisory team supports the student and oversees the development of the research programme through regular supervision sessions.

Research Training

Research students undertake research training through the Research Training Programme and by attending appropriate seminars, conferences or other events as advised by their supervisory team. This leads to the production of a thesis or, in the case of candidates in Creative Writing or Creative Practice, the production of creative work supported by contextual materials.

Course Details

Course Start Date

September

Location

On campus, Winchester

Course Length

4 years full-time (maximum); 7 years part-time (maximum)

Course Features

• Students may register for an MPhil or an MPhil/PhD. We accept applications all year round.
• Subject to satisfactory progress, students must undergo an examination which comprises two interrelated elements - a presentation of written or creative material and a viva voce assessment.
• For MPhil-registered students, both components must be passed to receive the award. For students registered for a PhD, failure in either component may prevent progression, and an exit award of MPhil may apply.

Entry Requirements

UK International

• Applicants will normally have a track record of high academic achievement, relevant to the discipline being applied to, demonstrated by a first-class or high upper second-class undergraduate Honours degree and/or a Masters degree (or equivalent) and supported by two academic references.
• Applicants without a degree in a related discipline must demonstrate relevant experience and engagement with the subject area.

Application Process

All applications are processed through the Doctoral School.

Preparation for Research

For those students whose research proposal needs further work before embarking on the MPhil/PhD, Preparation for Research is available. For a one-off fee, students receive up to six supervisory meetings, IT and Library access in order to develop a research proposal.

Additional Costs

• Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance check: £49.50 (students are responsible for covering the cost)
• DBS Update Service: students are strongly encouraged to sign up for the duration of their course

Tuition Fees

2025/26	UK / ROI	CI / IOM	International*
Full-time (max 3 years)	£4,780	£16,700
Part-time (max 6 years)	£2,390	£8,350
Preparation for Research	£1,400	£1,400