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About

In the Business Research Methods MRes programme from University of Dundee you can specialise in the advanced aspects of business research topics, and prepare for further study, such as a PhD.

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Overview

The  Business Research Methods MRes programme from  University of Dundee  is specifically designed to prepare you for further study such as a PhD.  

You’ll gain the skills you need for your doctorate by studying areas such as research methods and methodology, qualitative methods in social research, and quantitative/econometric methods. You will be able to study a Directed Reading module, specially designed for you by your supervisory team.

You will:

  • critically evaluate research in your specialist area of business
  • learn about the different aspects of business research
  • apply a range of research methods to examine a specialist area of research
  • communicate complex and specialised issues clearly and concisely
  • work intensively on a research-based dissertation

Careers

This specialised course is designed for students intending to pursue further study (e.g. PhD). Recent graduates are undertaking doctoral studies in the UK and elsewhere with graduates employed in universities all over the world.

Programme Structure

Modules include:

  • Readings in a Specialist Area of Business
  • Research Methods
  • Quantitative Methods
  • Econometrics for Finance
  • Qualitative Methods in Social Research
  • Specialist Management English for Business

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 12 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
TOEFL® IBT
87
PTE Academic
69
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

  • Dundee, United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA admission requirements GPA
Lower Second Class

English requirements

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PTE Academic
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IELTS
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General requirements

  • Your degree should be in a business related subject or discipline.
  • Tuition Fees

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    • International

      Non-residents
      23000 GBP / year
      23000 GBP / year
    • Domestic

      Citizens or residents
      10500 GBP / year
      10500 GBP / year

    Additional Details

    England, Wales, Northern Ireland, and Republic of Ireland: £ 10,500 per year of study

    Living costs

    Dundee

    United Kingdom
    787 - 1494 GBP / month

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    Grant
    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    21 Jan 2027
    Vice Chancellor's East Asia Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027)
    Merit-based

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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    Grant
    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    29 Jan 2027
    Vice Chancellor's Americas Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027)
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
    Provided by university
    Grant
    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
    Vice Chancellor's Middle East Scholarship Postgraduate (September 2026)
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
    Provided by university
    Grant
    6500 GBP
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
    Vice Chancellor's South Asia Postgraduate Scholarship (September 2026)
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
    Provided by university
    Grant
    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2027
    Vice Chancellor's South East Asia Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027)
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    6500 GBP
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2027
    Vice Chancellor's Africa Postgraduate Scholarship (January 2027)
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
    Provided by university
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    8000 GBP
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    21 Sep 2026
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    University of Dundee
    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    6500 GBP
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2027
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    University of Dundee
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    6500 GBP
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    28 Aug 2026
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    Dundee, United Kingdom
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    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    28 Aug 2026
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    University of Dundee
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    4000 GBP
    Deadline
    31 Jan 2027
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    8000 GBP
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    29 Jan 2027
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    6500 GBP
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    28 Aug 2026
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    29 Jan 2027
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    28 Aug 2026
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