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Postgraduate courses

Research

Explore your areas of interest in greater depth with one of our research degrees.

Our research degrees

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Master's by Research MA, MSc

Research a topic of your choice and write a 30,000 word thesis.

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Practice-led Master's by Research MA, MSc

Research a topic of your choice and write a thesis as well as create a practical piece. This course is only available in the School of the Arts and the School of Humanities.

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Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Research a topic of your choice and write a thesis of up to 100,000 words. You can study your PhD in York or by distance learning.

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Practice-led Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)

Combine a research project with your creative practice to write a thesis as well as create a practical piece. This course is only available in the School of the Arts and the School of Humanities.

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Professional Doctorate in Counselling Psychology

This course is for those who want to work as a Counselling Psychologist. The course includes training in theory, clinical practice and research.

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Doctor of Education

Research specific aspects of your professional practice. Develop the knowledge and skills you need for a leadership role.

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