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PostgraduateMaster of Research

MRes - Faculty of Media, Science & Technology

Bournemouth University
Poole, England
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1 yearDuration
£21,000Per Year (Intl)
£26,000Avg. Graduate Salary
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MRes MRes - Faculty of Media, Science & Technology at Bournemouth University is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about expressing creativity and innovation. Based in Poole, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. A Master’s by Research (MRes) course allows you to embark upon a research degree by undertaking a research project at Master's level which will be assessed via submission of a thesis and a viva voce.​ This course allows you to explore a specific research question that interests you and by undertaking this degree within our Faculty of Media , Science & Technology you’ll have access to leading academics and BU's technical facilities and information resources. You will also be part of BU's wider postgraduate community and have access to the suite of research, professional and personal trainin... International tuition fees are £21,000 per year, home/UK fees are £5,250 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a median graduate salary of £26,500 within three years.

What You'll Learn

Research Methods and Design
Advanced Literature Review and Critical Analysis
Research Project Planning and Proposal Development
Interdisciplinary Research Collaboration
Research Ethics and Governance
Advanced Data Analysis and Interpretation
Thesis Writing and Academic Communication
Research Viva Preparation and Defence
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements General entry requirements We would normally expect you to have an Honours degree at Upper Second Class (2:1) in any subject. Some supervisors may ask you for additional entry requirements such as relevant work experience, evidence of written work, or previous study of a particular subject. As entry requirements can vary, it is important to discuss your application in principle before submitting a formal application. International entry requirements If English is not your firs

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic66

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£21,000

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£21,000

Home Student Fee

£5,250

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

Based on official HESA Graduate Outcomes survey data

💰 Graduate Salaries — Bournemouth University

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
15 months£22,000£26,000£28,000
3 years£23,500£27,000£32,500
5 years£27,500£33,500£43,000
Official Data

Salary figures are sourced from Discover Uni graduate outcomes data for this subject area at this provider (subject area: CAH25-01-04). These represent typical earnings and may not reflect this specific course. For official data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

60%Working
30%Work & Study
5%Seeking Work
55%Professional Jobs
Official Data

Graduate employment outcomes are sourced directly from Discover Uni for this specific course and provider. For full details, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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