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Research

Research degrees

Pursue your passions and make an impact on the world with a research degree at York St John University.

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Join our community of forward thinking academics as a postgraduate researcher (PGR).

Delve into your chosen topic, work with a supervisor, and make a positive impact with your research. You can discover key research areas at York St John on our Research pages.

1st for part time postgraduate research experience
(2021 Advance HE PGR Experience survey)

On this page you can find out more about the types of research degree that we offer. You can also find out how to apply, where to get funding, and about our support for researchers.

We plan to grow our research community over the next few years. To read about how we will grow and increase our support, download our commitment plan.

Our Commitment to Postgraduate Research (PDF, 1.7MB)

Open Evenings

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Join us at an open evening to find out more about research at York St John.

Talk to us about what it's like to study with us, and ask us your questions about how to apply. You'll also get a chance to speak to our academic staff.

Postgraduate open evenings

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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