Practice-led Master's by Research MA

York St John University

Combine your research with your creative practice. Immerse yourself in your chosen specialism and produce high quality academic research.

Your Master’s by Research will be challenging and rewarding. It’s your chance to complete a large research project that interests you and develop your skills in taught methodology classes.

Choosing to gain your Master’s through Research allows you to focus on a specialist area and enhance your expertise. It’s the ideal way to prepare for further study and a career in academia. You will collaborate with a supervisory team that has been carefully selected for you and be part of an exceptional research community of postgraduate researchers.

When you choose to study with us, you will get plenty of opportunities to enhance your professional skills. These could include:

• Presenting your research at conferences and events
• Engaging with further training
• Working with the community

Professional Development and training

During your Master’s by Research you will discuss additional training with your supervisory team. Your supervisors will help you identify your strengths and highlight areas for development. We deliver a blended training programme that will help you develop your research and professional skills, enhance your CV and your employability.