MRes Geography

Our Geography MRes is a research-oriented master’s programme. Alongside the opportunity to specialise in a chosen area of human geography, you will develop social science research skills and methods appropriate for further research in this field including areas such as historical geography and urban geography. You will gain advanced-level research skills including project design, planning and management, as well as analytical and interpretive skills, preparing you to progress successfully into PhD study

Why this programme

• Develop your own area of research or complete a dissertation on a subject advertised by the school
• This MRes is an approved pathway for ESRC funding, enabling students to apply for ESRC 1+3 funding to cover the MRes and a PhD
• A pre-doctoral training programme taught in conjunction with the London Interdisciplinary Social Science Doctoral Training Partnership (LISS DTP)
• This programme can also be pursued as a stand-alone degree
• Work with institutions and groups beyond the University through our close ties with museums, archives, community organisations and artists
• Gain understanding of areas including human geography research, social sciences research training, historical geography of London, urban studies and cities.