Environmental Politics MRes

at University of Brighton

Course structure
 

The Environmental Politics MRes is typically completed full-time in one year, but can be taken part-time over two years. The course is structured to include a significant research component which you will undertake throughout the course. In addition, a series of supporting taught modules further enrich your learning.
 

To be awarded the MRes, you must obtain 180 M-level credits: 40 credits from taught and subject-specific modules and 140 credits through the completion of the research project.
 

In full-time mode the MRes programmes are one-year courses starting in September each year.
 

In the first term you will attend a series of seminars and workshops on developing your research proposal, academic writing and relevant research methodologies, culminating in submission of a full research proposal. You will also study on specialist taught courses. Throughout the rest of your year you will work on your specialist research project, whilst working with your peers in evaluating research papers and attending seminars.
 

In part-time mode the research project and evaluating research module will spread over the two-year study period, but you should complete you research training and project proposal within the first year.
 

Core modules

• Research project
• Evaluating Research in Environment and Society

The entry requirements listed here are our typical offer for this course if you wish to begin studying with us in 2022. They should be used as a general guide. 
 

Degree and experience

A 2:1 degree in a relevant subject. Students with a degree that does not fall within this category but who have significant relevant experience, will also be considered. All applicants should provide a full description of any research projects undertaken, relevant work experience and non-academic qualifications.
 

English language requirements

IELTS 6.5 overall with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. 

International (full-time) - 15,462 GBP

The course intends to maximise both your personal and professional potential, and in particular provides a foundation for careers in research, third sector organisations and environmental NGOs. The MRes provides a route to further study through a PhD.
 

On course completion, you will be equipped with practical research-based training, plus the necessary transferable skills to prepare you for career progression.