The MA degree, to be completed during the second year of study, involves undertaking a supervised research project and writing a dissertation based on this research as well as attending research seminars during the year. Teaching is mainly through lectures, workshops, tutorials and seminar discussion. Attendance is for two evenings per week. Students are expected to spend additional time preparing for classes and assignments. There is also a mandatory residential weekend in which students begin to produce a research proposal.
Students come from a wide range of backgrounds.
The interchange of concepts, values and orientations within such a group adds to students' learning opportunities and provides the chance for strong mutual support. The Diploma is assessed through coursework whereas the MA is assessed by a dissertation. Entry Requirements See Standard Entry Requirements . Exceptionally, non-graduates with appropriate professional experience will be considered. Applications and visits Forms are available from the Faculty Office and can be submitted from October prior to the year of entry.