Modern Languages

Entry requirements

A good honours degree (usually a 2:1) or an equivalent qualification is required in any relevant discipline. Applicants will be required to produce a 300 to 500-word synopsis of the proposed research topic, and attend an interview with the Programme Leader and the proposed supervisor.

Months of entry

October

Course content

Shape your future through research

Are you ready to embark on a piece of independent research that reflects your interests in modern languages and global cultures? The University of Chester’s MRes in Modern Languages gives you the opportunity to explore the topics that matter to you the most, all whilst being supported by expert supervision and a vibrant academic community.

So, whether you’re aiming to develop your specialist subject knowledge, or preparing for doctoral study, this course provides you with the perfect balance of academic freedom and structure to help you achieve your goals.

Developing your expertise

You’ll develop and complete a substantial, original research project that reflects your passion and aligns with staff expertise. Alongside this, you’ll engage with taught seminars in research methods and critical theory designed strengthen your understanding of key frameworks, methodologies, and contemporary disciplinary debates.

This will equip you with the tools and theoretical foundations needed to navigate complex ideas and approach your dissertation with clarity.

Research that makes a difference

As an MRes student at Chester, you’ll become part of a forward-thinking and impactful research environment. More than 85% of the research produced by the department is rated as word-leading or internationally excellent in the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021.

Throughout your studies, you’ll work closely with a dedicated dissertation supervisory team, selected to align with your chosen research area. Supervision is available in language-related postcolonial, political, literary and cultural studies and on the migration, integration, acquisition and teaching of languages. From helping you to identify relevant literature and refine your focus, to guiding your methodology and helping your academic writing, your supervisors will be there to offer one-to-one support at every stage of your research journey.

Discover Chester

You’ll be based at our Exton Park campus, a short distance from Chester’s historic city centre. This welcoming and well-equipped campus is home to a supportive environment for postgraduate study and offers excellent facilities, including 24/7 library access, bookable independent and group study spaces, and quiet zones for focused work.

Beyond academic life, you’ll also benefit from the University’s dedicated Careers and Employability team, who can offer you expert guidance on planning your future. From refining your CV and preparing job applications, to effective interview techniques, you’ll receive tailored support to help you move confidently into your chosen field, whether that’s pursuing a PhD or perhaps moving into a role in education, publishing, cultural institutions or international sectors.

Learn more and apply

If you’re ready to take your academic interests further, the Modern Languages MRes is an exciting and intellectually rewarding place to start. Be sure to visit our Apply for a Postgraduate Course page to find out more and start your application today.

Information for international students

International | University of Chester

Fees and funding

Postgraduate Funding | University of Chester