Research Degrees at Lincoln
A research degree o铿ers a tailored, supervised approach to study and is especially suited to students wanting to focus on a speci铿乧 area of interest and make an original contribution to knowledge. As well as gaining an additional qualification, a research degree can help you to strengthen your critical and analytical skills, boost your confidence, and give you the opportunity to become an expert in your field.
At Lincoln, we offer several different types of degrees, and which programme is right for you will depend on a number of factors, including your current stage of study and your career aspirations.
How You Are Assessed
For a Master's by Research, you will need to produce a thesis of around 25,000 words, for an MPhil your thesis will be around 40,000 words, while at PhD level it will be 80,000 words.
For an MPhil and PhD, you will normally need to defend your thesis in an oral examination (viva voce), where you are expected to demonstrate an expert understanding of the subject, and to show how your research findings contribute to knowledge or build on existing understandings of the subject.
Find Out More About Postgraduate Research at Lincoln
If you would like to know more about studying for a postgraduate research degree at the 情色六月天 or would like further guidance on how to apply for your chosen programme, please complete our enquiry form and a member of our team will be in touch with further help and advice.
Postgraduate Research Enquiry Form