Overview

Throughout the Critical Theory MRes programme from the University of Nottingham you'll be studying in an environment with a strong interdisciplinary and international perspective. This provides a stimulating and vibrant community with debate encouraged between staff and students.

Staff expertise

We have particular strengths in:

modern theory
political philosophy and politics
aesthetics
feminist, queer and gender studies
cultural, literary, media and visual studies
psychoanalysis
art history
postcolonial, sensory, science and technology studies

Career opportunities:

Our postgraduates go on to work in a wide range of fields, from university lectureships and post-doctoral fellowships to roles in the media, art councils and the creative industries, or in University administration. Many of our research students publish high-quality books and articles and have secured teaching positions in universities both in the UK and abroad.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Technology and the Transformations of Communication
Arts in Society
Mastering the Arts
Issues and Challenges in COntemporary MEdia

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2025-09-15 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2025-08-18 00:00:00 , International

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International students should apply as early as possible to ensure you have enough time to apply for your student visa and submit any documentation as advised by the admissions team.

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Nottingham, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies Gender & Sexuality Studies Literature View 232 other Masters in Literature in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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General requirements

2:1 (or international equivalent) in an arts, humanities or social science subject
We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.
We treat all applicants with alternative qualifications on an individual basis. We may also consider relevant work experience.

Student insurance

Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:

Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
Liability
Home contents and baggage
Accidents
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Tuition Fee

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International

23000 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 23000 GBP per year during 12 months.

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Living costs for Nottingham

583 - 978 GBP /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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Staff expertise

Career opportunities:

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Credits

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

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What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Other requirements

General requirements

Student insurance

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Tuition Fee

International

Living costs for Nottingham

Funding

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Scholarships Information

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