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Full time & Part time September, January MPhil, Research Only 1 year full time, 2 years part time
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Embark on an exciting academic journey with our MPhil in Rural Studies. This programme offers a unique opportunity to delve into the fascinating world of rural communities and their interactions with the global landscape. Our research-active academic staff will provide expert supervision and support throughout your studies. You'll have the chance to explore a wide range of research areas, including land use, rural planning, and the rural economy. With flexible study options, including full-time, part-time, and off-campus research, we cater to diverse learning needs. Join us if you have a 2:1 honours degree or international equivalent in a relevant subject, along with research experience or a postgraduate qualification.

About the course

Join us for your MPhil in Rural Studies. You'll be supervised and supported by our research-active academic staff.

Areas of research include:

  • impact and implications of ‘local-global’ processes and relationships for rural areas
  • characteristics and performance of rural businesses and households
  • rural governance
  • demographic ageing and social change
  • living with environmental change

Opportunities are available for postgraduate research in the following areas:

Land use, natural resources and environmental change

Rural planning, community governance and

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Entry Requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject.

We usually expect research experience and/or a postgraduate qualification, such as a MRes or MSc, for PhD study. Please contact us if you are in any doubt.


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Where will I study?

Where is Newcastle University
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