Food and Rural Dev Research MSc
Food and Rural Development Research MSc
Full time: 12 months, part time: 24 months
Profile
The Food and Rural Development Research MSc is designed to provide high quality training for those interested in a research career focusing on food social science, rural development and rural sociology. The research focus makes the course ideal if you are interested in gaining a Master's qualification and then continuing on to a PhD.
We provide research training and skills development specifically related to conducting research into rural areas, the environment and food markets. We are recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as providing a 1+3 programme, which is a four year award with a research training Master's in the first year followed by a PhD through the Northern Ireland and North East ‘NINE’ Doctoral Training Partnership.
You will study alongside students and staff in our Centre for Rural Economy, which specialises in interdisciplinary social science, researching rural development and policy, food and society and the wellbeing of rural communities. You will also undertake a postgraduate research training programme in our purpose-built Doctoral Training Suite, with facilities for lectures, workshops, seminars and computer access to specialist software required for research in the social sciences and the humanities.
Through studying on our course you will:
- identify your own research topic
- specialise and develop skills specific to your research
- learn research practice fundamentals
- understand research principles, data handling and analysis
You take compulsory modules and optional modules, and complete a dissertation, which could be a desk-based analysis, or a study involving fieldwork or case studies.
You will be encouraged to participate fully in our research culture by organising and attending seminars and reading groups and contributing to research meetings.
Our staff
You will benefit from being taught by lecturers who are industry experienced and research active. You can find out more about our research at the Centre for Rural Economy
The Degree Programme Director is Dr Menelaos Gkartzios. Menelaos’ research interests include:
- rural mobilities, migration and counterurbanisation
- spatial planning and governance
- rural housing, planning and architectural studies
- international comparative research
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Modules
You will study modules on this course. A module is a unit of a course with its own approved aims and outcomes and assessment methods.
Modules for 2019 entry
Module changes
Course content changes
Course content changes periodically to reflect:
- changing staff expertise
- recent developments in the discipline
- the requirements of external bodies and partners
- student feedback
- numbers of students interested in an optional module
Full details of the modules on offer will be published through the Programme Regulations and Specifications ahead of each academic year. This usually happens in May.
Most module information for 2020 entry will be available from the end of May 2020.
To find out more please see our terms and conditions.
Fees & Funding
2020-2021 fees
The fees displayed here are per year. If your studies last longer than a year your fee maybe subjected to an annual inflationary increase.
MSc
UK
Full time: £10,950
Part time: £5,475
EU
Full time: £10,950
Part time: £5,475
International
Full time: £23,400
Find out more about our tuition fees, including how to pay them and available discounts.
EU students starting at Newcastle in 2020 will pay the UK (Home) tuition fee for the full duration of their course.
Entry Requirements
A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, preferably in a natural or social science, such as:
- human geography
- politics
- sociology
- planning
We will also consider applications on an individual basis with lower or non-standard qualifications if you have relevant experience.
Find out the equivalent qualifications for your country.
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English Language Requirements
Select an English language test from the list to view our English language entry requirements.
Please email us at international.recruitment@ncl.ac.uk for further information.
How to Apply
You apply online, track your application and contact the admissions team via our applicant portal. Our step by step guide can help you on your way.
Start dates
The course starts in September. There is no application closing date for this course, but due to demand we suggest you apply early.
We suggest international students apply at least two months before the course starts. This is so that you have enough time to make the necessary arrangements.
Deposit
If you live outside the UK/EU you must:
- pay a deposit of £1,500
- or submit an official letter of sponsorship
The deposit is payable after you receive an offer to study at Newcastle University. The deposit is non-refundable, but is deducted from your tuition fees when you register.
Contact
Dr Menelaos Gkartzios
Degree Programme Director
School of Natural and Environmental Sciences
Telephone: +44 (0) 191 208 6615
Email: snes.programme.enquiries@ncl.ac.uk