Master of Research (MRes)

at Plymouth Marjon University

The Master of Research (MRes) is a flexible programme based around three taught research methods modules, an independent project relating to your specialist subject area, and a Master's thesis (supported through academic tutorials). The supervisory team are all research active within their subject specialisms.

The programme promotes collaborative engagement between students and research active academic staff. This engagement has already resulted in a number of research publications. It provides an opportunity for individuals from a range of professional and academic backgrounds to gain a critical appreciation of developments in their specialist subject area and to enhance the analytical and research skills necessary to engage in advanced research projects. 

The MRes forms an important part of the Higher Degree portfolio of the University. The MRes programme provides a good grounding in the research process and can be used as a stepping stone into Doctoral research.

It provides an opportunity for individuals from a range of professional and academic backgrounds to gain a critical appreciation of developments in their specialist subject area and to enhance the analytical and research skills necessary to engage in advanced research projects. The flexibility of the programme makes it suitable for both those who are experienced practitioners undertaking senior roles, as well as less experienced students looking to lay the foundations for a new career pathway following an undergraduate degree.

The following subject specialisms are available:

• Sport Coaching
• Sport Performance Analysis
• Sport and Health Sciences
• Sport and Exercise Psychology
• Sport and Leisure Management
• Sport and Public Policy
• Applied Sport Development
• Communication disorders
• Linguistics
• Psychology
• Psychotherapy and Counselling
• Physical Activity and Public Health
• Health and Wellbeing
• Inclusive Physical Education
• Professional Studies
• Socio Cultural Studies in Sport
• Social Sciences
• Criminology
• English Literature
• Journalism
• Business
• Outdoor Education
• Forest School
• Outdoor Learning