MRes Public Services

at Queen Mary University of London

This pre-doctoral training programme is designed to provide a critical, research-led approach to public services. You will gain a firm understanding of the complex arena in which organisations operate, together with training in research skills appropriate for doctoral-level study. 

You will choose from a broad range of modules to supplement your own research. You could focus on public management and governance, human resource management in the public services, public financial management and accounting, and other varied aspects of the sector. This array of subjects will give you preparation for a career in public services, as well as for those aiming to undertake a PhD. 

You will also cover core modules in research design, qualitative and quantitative methods. This gives you the opportunity to expand your professional network, as you share these modules with students from King’s College London and Imperial College, as part of the training offered by the London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS-DTP). 

This course is an approved pathway for ESRC funding, which could cover the costs of both this MRes and a PhD.

Structure

• Two compulsory modules
• Four elective modules
• 15,000-word dissertation
   

UK
Degree requirements
A 1st class degree at undergraduate level in any subject. A satisfactory research proposal that fits with research interests of staff in the School of Business and Management is also required.

Student Visa Regulations

If you will require a Student visa to study in the UK, you must meet the minimum English Language requirements to meet the UKVI regulations.  The minimum IELTS requirement is 5.5 in all four skills (Writing, Reading, Speaking and Listening).  However, many of our courses require higher grades.

Pre-sessional English Language Courses

If you fall slightly below our standard English language requirements, you may consider one of our Pre-sessional English courses.  Please note that you will require a UK government approved Secure English Language Test (SELT) for entry to our Thirteen week pre-sessional courses.  Currently, only IELTS for UKVI, PTE Academic (UKVI), LanguageCert International ESOL SELT and Trinity College London, Integrated Skills in English (ISE) are accepted. The Pre-sessional English course requirements are published according to the academic department within which your chosen course of study is administere

Full-time study
September 2022 | 1 year

Home: £13,750
Overseas: £25,150
 

Conditional deposit
Home: £2000

Overseas: £2000
 

A combination of academic study and practical training will prepare you for leadership roles or further research. This MRes can lead to a role in a variety of sectors, including healthcare, education, law enforcement and social care.

This course is an approved pathway for ESRC funding, which could cover the costs of both this MRes and a PhD, should you wish to pursue further study.