Research course
Postgraduate research opportunities in the Screen School
Entry requirements
- Minimum of a 2:1 honours degree and Masters degree with a research dissertation in a relevant subject.
- In exceptional circumstances we may consider applicants without a Masters degree based on the level of research training completed in their undergraduate degree programme and any subsequent research work.
- We also welcome applications from those with non-standard qualifications who can demonstrate knowledge, experience, and skills developed in the workplace or other setting relevant to the programme of research. If you do not hold the standard academic entry requirements, please use your personal statement to provide further details. Non-standard applications will be considered by the Admissions Tutor(s) on a case-by-case basis.
Additional information:
- IELTS 6.5 minimum 5.5 in each component)
- RPL is accepted on this programme
Months of entry
February, June, October
Course content
Excellent research opportunities await at the Liverpool Screen School, enabling you to work at the forefront of developments with leading experts.
- Study full or part-time over one to seven years
- Choose from a wide range of subject areas (see Details tab for more information)
- Complete your research degree (MPhil/PhD) in a Faculty known for its internationally-acclaimed research
- Explore scholarship opportunities
- Benefit from expert supervision and researcher training
- Enjoy excellent facilities and great employment connections
The programme route you undertake will depend on your qualifications and experience.
On joining LJMU you will be allocated up to three supervisors (including a Lead Supervisor) who will work with you during your studies. Progression monitoring is undertaken formally and informally by this team on an ongoing basis.
Throughout your studies, you will also have the support of LJMU’s Doctoral Academy which offers expert advice and guidance to those enrolled on MPhil and PhD programmes.
Information for international students
Fees and funding
Please the course page for more information.
Qualification, course duration and attendance options
- PhD
- full time48 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time84 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- MPhil
- full time24 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
- part time48 months
- Campus-based learningis available for this qualification
Course contact details
- Name
- Course Enquiries
- courses@ljmu.ac.uk
- Phone
- 0151 231 5090