German Studies (MSc by Research) (Part-time) - 2 Years
University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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University of Edinburgh · Edinburgh, United Kingdom
German Studies (MSc by Research) (Part-time) - 2 Years
Doctoral · Social
About this programme
A Masters by Research (MScR) programme is ideal if you would like to complete a short piece of independent research in German studies. The programme is a good stepping-stone to a PhD, but is equally of value as a stand-alone qualification.An MScR programme is likely to suit you if:you have a clear idea what you would like to write your masters dissertation about, right from the beginning of the programmeyou would like to be part of a large and supportive postgraduate community, while working independently On this programme:you will take courses in research skills and
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Social
- Duration
- 1 year · Part-time: 2 years; Full-time: 1 year
- Tuition
- £16,000 / year
- English
- IELTS 7
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- September
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (7)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- China Scholarship Council/University of Edinburgh Joint ScholarshipsFully funded
- College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences Research AwardsFully funded
- Edinburgh Doctoral College ScholarshipsFully funded
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds