Postgraduate Design Courses Brochure 2021

POSTG RAD UATE COU R S E S

DESIGN

Postgraduate study at De Montfort University Leicester (DMU) is your opportunity to go further in your knowledge and your career. You can become a specialist, explore the frontier of your subject area with leading researchers, gain accreditation or change trajectory.

DMU’s Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities brings together leading research, award-winning work, and innovation in many of the university’s creative disciplines. Our courses are designed with employability in mind, ensuring you gain the skills and experience relevant for today’s competitive job market.

DMU is proud to be recognised as a university ranked Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework. This achievement recognises the outstanding teaching from our passionate and enthusiastic academics who are acclaimed experts in their fields.

Our art and design courses are taught in the award-winning Vijay Patel Building at the heart of our campus, which embodies our ambition to provide students with all of the tools they need to achieve their aspirations. Take a look at our stunning showcase of the building and facilities at dmu.ac.uk/aad Simon Bradbury Pro Vice-Chancellor International Dean Faculty of Arts, Design and Humanities

Design Innovation MA/MSc Design Management and Entrepreneurship MA Digital Design MA Interior Design MA Product Design MA Product Design MSc

The School of Art, Design and Architecture unifies a diverse range of courses that explore creative practice and teach you the skills required to become a leading thinker, practitioner and researcher in your field. Our postgraduate courses share common skills and sensibilities associated with drawing, making, experimentation and enquiry, which make the most of our state-of-the-art facilities in the Vijay Patel Building.

Our staff are leading researchers in their field and have numerous industry connections which inform their teaching and ensure modern and industryrelevant course content. The impact of the school extends beyond the university as innovations in sustainable urban development, fine art, photographic history and modern design are explored within DMU’s creative research institutes.

We will prepare you with a range of transferable skills, equipping you to reach your future ambitions and goals. You will graduate with the ability to research, explore ideas, realise your creative vision and communicate effectively.

Postgraduate study in the in the School of Art, Design and Architecture is an ideal stepping-stone to research at PhD level or a career in industry.

Visit our website to find out more about studying a postgraduate course at DMU including our range of courses, scholarships, events and much more: dmu.ac.uk/gofurther

POSTG RAD UATE COU R S E S

Teaching Excellence Framework

Design Innovation MA/MSc With a flexible curriculum to accommodate your creative ambitions, this course will prepare you to take a critical position and forge a successful career in the globalised creative world. The key business skills that you will gain – project management, marketing, website design, branding and business planning – make this course the ideal platform for creative entrepreneurs to launch their own design businesses and consultancies, or for those who hope to take up senior roles in design strategy or brand management.

You will select a specialist area of study from diverse options, ranging from retail, product design, museum and exhibition, interiors, footwear, visual communication, and design innovation. Learn to devise creative solutions to complex issues surrounding sustainability and explore the role of design and innovation as a driver for change.

The opportunity to work on live projects will enhance your professional portfolio, and you will complete an individual major project (either creative practice-based or research-focused) which runs throughout the course, alongside relevant taught modules. You will also be supported by specialist academic expertise across a range of design areas.

MODULES

• Design for Retail

Core modules

• Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur

• Research Methods

• Managing Business Web Presence

• Creative Design Studio

• Technology for Design

• Action Research Laboratory

• Service Design

Optional modules • Marketing for the Creative Entrepreneur

• Major Project: Design Concept • Major Project: Dissertation

• Creative Digital Media • Design as a Strategic Business Tool

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

• Design, Innovation and Sustainability

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials, workshops and studio sessions, and you will be expected to undertake at least 23 hours of independent study each week.

• Global Markets: Designing Businesses for International Growth • Museum and Exhibition Design

Your third term will be predominantly self-directed, including meetings with your supervisor, during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Part-time study is normally undertaken on a half-time basis.

EMPLOYABILITY Course graduates have launched their own design businesses and consultancies, moved into dynamic careers such as creative design, or taken on senior roles in design strategy or brand management.

Businesses started by DMU graduates include the Pooja Kapoor fashion brand, Whiteroom Media, Luidpro Design, and Cerebral Innovation.

The focus on research and developing your skills as an independent learner will also be an excellent stepping stone to study at PhD level.

KEY INFORMATION Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Start Date: September

You will benefit from visiting lecturers who specialise in exhibition design, museum curation, retail design, sustainable design, business planning and creative digital design. At the same time, a range of industry, museum, charity, and arts organisation representatives regularly present and coordinate live projects.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in a design subject relevant to your proposed specialism or major project area.

Assessment methods vary across modules but include presentations, design outcomes, reports, video diaries, a workbook and a dissertation.

If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience, we will consider your application on an individual basis.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/designinnovation

English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Design Management and Entrepreneurship MA This innovative course enables you to examine global design and business issues, while developing your specialist design management knowledge. It is aimed at design and creative industry entrepreneurs and it will allow you to apply your creative and analytical skills to a wide variety of business and social contexts, ranging from small local businesses to multinational corporations and social enterprise. After graduating, you will be able to respond to growth demands in the global cultural and creative industries with skills that are vital in today’s modern entrepreneurial economy. You will be ideally placed to operate effectively at a high level of executive responsibility in design, creative and digital media technology businesses.

MODULES

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

Core modules • Research Methods • Design as a Strategic Business Tool • Integrated Brand Management • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Global Markets: Designing Businesses for International Growth • Service Design • Final Project: Dissertation or Work Based Project or Live-Project

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials, and workshop and studio sessions each week. You will also be expected to undertake at least 23 hours of independent study each week. Your third term will be predominantly self-directed (including meetings with your supervisor), during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Students studying this course part-time can expect to undertake half the listed hours of timetabled sessions and independent study.

Optional modules • Marketing for the Creative Entrepreneur • Fashion Promotion and Marketing • Critical Perspectives in Ethical and Sustainable Fashion • Managing Business Web Presence • Museum and Exhibition Design • Design for Retail

The School of Art, Design and Architecture’s close-knit community of postgraduate students and staff creates a supportive learning environment for design students from around the world. The design management and entrepreneurship team ensure modules and design project teaching remains contemporary through involvement in consultancy, Knowledge Transfer Partnerships as well as noteworthy research activities and continued professional development training.

You will be assessed in a variety of ways including report submissions, digital online submissions, individual and group presentations. Your final major research project will be assessed by a dissertation or a work-based project assessed by a written research proposal, detailed written report and an individual presentation.

EMPLOYABILITY Graduates have found employment as design managers and design project managers in many sectors of the industry including companies such as multinational retailer Next, creative design agency Mark-Making*, and bespoke lighting manufacturer JPR Lighting Limited. Others have gone on to run their own creative businesses with the support from the university’s enterprise team.

The focus on research and developing your skills as an independent learner will also be an excellent stepping stone to study at PhD level.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/dme

KEY INFORMATION Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Start date: September English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in a related subject. If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience, we will consider your application on an individual basis.

CASE STUDY

Marco Marin Design Management and Entrepreneurship MA

“I always knew I wanted to study for a masters after graduating from my undergraduate degree in 2018. I knew Design Management and Entrepreneurship was the course for me as it amalgamated my foundation of design knowledge from my first degree with the application of such design principles that can be used within the context of a business. This course showed me a practical way of using design as a strategic business tool.

was filled with people so different to me, it was a great experience to learn from as an individual and as a designer.

My favourite part of the course was the live brief.

Collaborating with Sainsbury’s on a live project was the most exciting and interesting aspect of my course. Liaising with design professionals on a live project was an excellent way for me to develop my networking skills with industry professionals.

Overall, it was amazing.

There are some really high-quality lecturers who don’t just teach, they go above and beyond by ensuring you as an individual are on task, happy and doing well.

The study facilities at DMU are amazing, they are modern, clean, spacious, well-designed with the purpose of the space in mind. The space specifically dedicated to my course was also very nice, open and welcomed collaboration with other designers. A real highlight of studying at DMU was meeting so many people from so many different backgrounds and cultures. My course

Since graduating, I am looking to go into UX design. This is exciting for me as DMU has allowed me to prepare for this direction within the flexible modules and projects I undertook. I am excited as this is the type of role that I am most passionate about! However, most of all, the impact my role will have on other people excites me the most. Being able to have a positive and significant impact on people is why I started design, and UX design will allow me to do just that.

DMU allowed me to dictate my own future by allowing me to flexibly choose the direction of each module based on my passions and aspirations after graduating. Also, the lecturers were very approachable. At times when a portfolio review was necessary for a job application, or even preparing for an interview, they were there for me.”

Marco Marin, Design Management and Entrepreneurship MA

Digital Design MA

Paula Curtis, Digital Design MA graduate

The future of the design industry lies in advancing technology and emerging digital techniques. Whether your creative specialism lies in media, products, interiors, exhibitions, fashion or branding and marketing, on this course you will explore and embrace digital and computer-related technologies in your field.

You will have access to industry-standard software and hardware while working in a dynamic environment with ongoing multimedia research and commercial projects. You will examine the practical skills and the academic theories surrounding digital design methods. We will take you all the way from concept development and prototyping to production techniques and testing.

There are also opportunities to work on digital design projects set by external companies and other organisations. You will develop the skills and ideas to go on to employment as a digital designer or to set up your own business as a freelancer after graduation.

MODULES

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

Core modules

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials, workshops and studio sessions each week and you will be expected to undertake at least 23 hours of independent study each week. Your third term will be predominantly self-directed, including meetings with your supervisor, during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Part-time study is normally undertaken on a half-time basis.

• Research Methods • Creative Digital Media Design • Creative Design Studio • Action Research Laboratory • Major Project – Design Outcome and Reflective Report or Design Concept and Dissertation or Live-Project Optional modules • Managing Business Web Presence • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Museum and Exhibition Design • Service Design • Design for Retail • Technology for Design

Assessment is primarily through design presentations supported by written work. In your first term, you will have the opportunity to put together a competition brief for the Royal Society for the encouragement of Arts, Manufactures and Commerce (RSA) Student Design Awards.

KEY INFORMATION You will also be able to gain real-world experience through live design projects, with the opportunity to collaborate with students from other disciplines.

EMPLOYABILITY Graduates have landed roles as digital designers, senior web designers, app designers, and multimedia production directors, and have gone on to work for companies including Accenture and Felinesoft. Other graduates use the skills they developed on this course to launch their own freelance businesses or have won enterprise awards enabling them to set up their new business in the university’s Innovation Centre.

We also place a strong focus throughout the course on research skills, providing an excellent stepping stone to study at PhD level.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/digitaldesign

Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Start date: September English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in one of the following subjects: digital design, multimedia design, animation, visual communications, graphic design, interior design, product design, fashion design, computer arts, computer technology, digital marketing or a related subject.

If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.

Interior Design MA Our Interior Design MA is a creative, practice-based course with an inspiring curriculum that aims to broaden and deepen knowledge whilst enhancing skills in design thinking and research.

This course is relevant to working designers and newly qualified aspirational designers. It provides an opportunity to practice design-thinking skills and develop research to an advanced level, applying new and emerging knowledge to the formulation and detailed investigation of a personally selected design project.

You will learn about the variety of interior design strategies across sectors, from considered display, interpretation and conservation requirements in museum and exhibition design, to innovative interior solutions and strategies that can impact on buyer behaviour in shopping and retail.

MODULES Core modules • Research Methods • Creative Design Studio • Action Research Laboratory • Interior Design Major Project Optional modules • Design as a Strategic Business Tool • Digital Design Futures • Sustainable Design • Museum and Exhibition Design • Service Design • Design for Retail • Managing Business Web Presence • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Technology for Design

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

EMPLOYABILITY

KEY INFORMATION

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 12 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials, workshops and studio sessions each week and you will be expected to undertake at least 23 hours of independent study each week. Your third term will be predominantly self-directed, including meetings with your supervisor, during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Part-time study is normally undertaken on a half-time basis.

You will graduate with enhanced knowledge of the design process driven by your own interests and personal choices within the study options. You will have augmented your design thinking skills through personally selected design projects and expanded your repertoire of transferable skills, such as giving presentations, writing reports, team working, meeting deadlines and managing design projects.

Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Many of our graduates progress on to exciting creative careers designing environments and interiors in retail, public spaces and leisure. Previous students have taken up roles at leading companies such as Conran Design, Pinewood Studios, Kelly Hoppen, Tesco’s Design Think Tank, Blue Print, Haley Sharpe, and Foster+Partners.

If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.

Assessment methods include report submissions, individual and group presentations, design-based presentations, and a major design project submission.

The focus on research and developing your skills as an independent learner is also an excellent stepping stone to study at PhD level.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/interiordesignmasters

Start date: September English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in interior design or a related subject.

Product Design MA This course will help you to develop the key design skills and creativity required by entrepreneurs and industry professionals, in relation to your own professional ambitions and area of design. You will gain new insights within the field of product design, and develop an enhanced understanding of design practice, design and research methodologies, as well as the application of emerging digital technologies, knowledge of business, global markets and sustainability.

Within the course, you can choose from two specialisms. On the Design Practice specialism route, you will explore design innovation and the creation of innovative products that fulfil the users’ wants and needs. Alternatively, our Design and Business specialism focuses on commercial practice, research methods and product design – all valuable skills that you would need to forge a career as a creative entrepreneur. In the final term, you will complete a final major project in your own specialised area of product design.

MODULES

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

Design Practice Specialism Core modules • Research Methods • Design Innovation • Insight, Enterprise and Innovation • Final Major Project

Design and Business Specialism Core modules • Research Methods • Creative Design Studio • Action Research Lab • Final Major Project

Optional modules • Design Futures • Design as a Strategic Business Tool • Marketing for the Creative Entrepreneur • Service Design • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Design, Innovation and Sustainability • Technology for Design

Optional modules • Design Project Management and Portfolio Development • Design as a Strategic Business Tool • Marketing for the Creative Entrepreneur • Integrated Brand Management • Global Markets: Designing Businesses for International Growth • Service Design • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Managing a Web Presence

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 10 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials and workshops each week and you will be expected to undertake at least 25 hours of independent study each week.

Your third term will be predominantly self-directed, including meetings with your supervisor, during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Part-time study is normally undertaken on a half-time basis.

Alongside individual tutorials, you will undertake independent research, analysis, design development, and produce written reports of your work.

Assessment methods include report submissions, individual or group design-based presentations as well as a major design project submission comprising development, technical specification, prototyping and testing elements.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/productdesignmasters

EMPLOYABILITY

CASE STUDY

Graduates are employed in product and display design, and the manufacturing industry both in the UK and internationally. Recent graduate James Murray secured a job for UK-based retail designer 4G Design while still studying for his master’s. As their development designer, James’ job involves all aspects of design including concept origination, CAD development, specification for manufacture and graphic presentation.

Dan Sawford, Product Design BA (Hons) and Product Design MA graduate

Alternatively, many students decide to continue their own research and progress onto studying at PhD level.

KEY INFORMATION Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Start date: September English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in product or furniture design or a directly related subject.

If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.

Dan received a commendation for his innovative ideas to improve pedestrian crossings in the international RSA Student Design Awards 2020. He has also launched his own business called Dimensional Designs where he uses a 3D printer to make and sell a range of items.

“Product design seemed like a natural progression for me as I was always making things. It’s a proud moment and feels very rewarding thinking back to where I’ve come from and what I’ve achieved.

I’ve been co-running Dimensional Designs for two years now and it’s been a great way to make an income and develop my skills at the same time.

I’ve also learnt how to take my business to the next level and I’m currently assessing ways to enhance it thanks to the business modules available on my course.

Being able to work and gain academic experience while studying at DMU has been brilliant. My aim is to build a career where I can divide my time between teaching and running my own business.

DMU has been great – it’s a very inclusive place and you’re encouraged to do well. My tutors knew what direction I wanted to go in and gave me lots of relevant opportunities. I’m going to miss it, but not for long hopefully, as I’m thinking of coming back to do a PhD.” Dan Sawford, Product Design MA graduate

Product Design MSc Explore design in the commercial world and develop your technical knowledge by applying principles of engineering and industrial product design.

The MSc programme is tailored for students with BSc degrees or engineering design degrees, so that they can build on their prior technical knowledge. The broad curriculum has been designed for you to apply industrial product design and engineering design principles within concepts, final specification and design.

On this course you will develop an advanced understanding of your design practice, and discover how emerging digital technologies can enhance your skill set, in order to take an individual approach to tackling complex industry challenges. You will be taught by experienced academics and technical staff who bring their specialisms and industry connections to the forefront of their work. Become empowered to experiment boldly and be encouraged to take risks, with access to sophisticated industry-standard facilities that will allow you to push the boundaries of design.

MODULES

TEACHING AND ASSESSMENT

EMPLOYABILITY

KEY INFORMATION

Core modules

In your first two terms you will normally attend around 10 hours of timetabled taught sessions including lectures, tutorials, workshops and studio sessions each week, and be expected to undertake at least 25 hours of independent study each week.

Your third term will be predominantly self-directed, including meetings with your supervisor, during which you can expect to undertake 35 hours of independent study each week. Part-time study is normally undertaken on a half-time basis.

Graduates will have the technical engineering design expertise to pursue industry roles in manufacturing, and product and industrial design. We encourage and support students with entrepreneurial ambitions. If you would like to expand your product design ideas into your own business, our enterprise team can help you explore your ideas, discuss business growth, and give you advice about freelancing or being self-employed.

Duration: One year full-time, two years part-time.

Alternatively, many students decide to continue their own research and progress onto studying at PhD level.

If you have other professional qualifications and industry experience we will consider your application on an individual basis.

• Research Methods • Enterprise, Technology and Innovation • Final Major Project Optional modules • Design Futures • Design as a Strategic Business Tool • Marketing for the Creative Entrepreneur • Service Design • Business Planning for the Creative Entrepreneur • Design, Innovation and Sustainability • Technology for Design

Assessment methods include report submissions, individual or group design-based presentations as well as a major design project submission comprising development, technical specification, prototyping and testing elements.

The School of Art, Design and Architecture’s close-knit community of postgraduate students and staff creates a supportive learning environment for design students from around the world.

Modules and course details are subject to change. For the most up-to-date course information, a full list of modules, course duration and entry requirements visit: dmu.ac.uk/productdesignmsc

Start date: September English language requirements: IELTS 6.0 including 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

Entry requirements: You should have the equivalent or above of a 2:2 UK bachelor’s honours degree in product design, (typically a BSc rather than a BA) or a related subject.

Facilities Our award-winning Vijay Patel Building brings all our art and design courses together, providing inspiring, flexible spaces, studios and facilities which invite creativity and innovation.

Learn from expert technicians and make use of the extensive workshops available from 3D printing and photography studios to metalworks and ceramics.

Develop your creative and technical skills as you discover your passion and expertise. Studios and hub spaces encourage collaboration between students and provides opportunities to share creativity and ideas with others.

Postgraduate students have their own dedicated study space and classrooms in the postgraduate centre, with its location on the second-floor providing beautiful views over the campus and river.

Take a look at our stunning showcase of the Vijay Patel Building and facilities at: dmu.ac.uk/aad

DMU Global

Postgraduate support

Fees and funding

DMU Global is our innovative international experience programme which aims to enrich your studies and expand your cultural horizons, helping you to become a global graduate, equipped to meet the needs of employers across the world.

Studying a postgraduate course at DMU will help you to go further in your knowledge and career as you develop your specialisms and express your passion for your subject area. As part of the DMU family, you will be supported at every stage in ensuring you achieve your dreams and make the most of your postgraduate journey.

Funding your studies is an important part of the decision-making process when considering postgraduate study. Our tuition fees are available on our course pages and you can find out the most up up-to-date information on fees and funding options on dmu.ac.uk/pgfunding

Through DMU Global, we offer a wide range of opportunities for you to study, work and volunteer overseas as part of your degree. These opportunities can be directly linked to your programme of study.

We also offer a range of international experiences right here on campus and in the UK where students can participate in a variety of opportunities.

DMU is also currently offering online opportunities offered in partnership with global organisations.

Previous opportunities include, international online networking events, public speaking workshops, cultural discussions and e-language learning sessions.

Check out some of our student experience stories here: dmuglobal.com/student-stories

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DMU Works We want to help you develop skills that are based on real-world experience. Our dedicated careers and employability team, DMU Works, are on hand to support you with finding placements, volunteering opportunities, CV writing skills, research opportunities and much more. dmu.ac.uk/dmuworks

Healthy DMU Our Healthy DMU initiative supports your university experience to ensure you have a healthy, happy and productive time here. Healthy DMU masterclasses will support you in mindfulness, managing pressure and building confidence. These skills are especially helpful to our mature student body of more than 2,600 people, who may be returning to education after some time away. dmu.ac.uk/healthy

POSTGRADUATE MASTER’S LOANS Postgraduate Master’s loans are available from the UK government for new postgraduate taught and research Master’s students to help fund your course and living costs. Loans are available to full-time, part-time and distance learning students.

To find out if you are eligible for a loan, please visit gov.uk/masters-loan

DMU SCHOLARSHIPS Course-specific scholarships, Sports scholarships and alumni scholarships may be available, so check on our website to see what is currently on offer and the eligibility criteria. We also offer a number of tuition fee discounts and country specific scholarships for international students who wish to study a postgraduate course at DMU, please visit dmu.ac.uk/pgfees

How to Apply UK STUDENTS

EU/INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH

To apply to study a postgraduate course (full-time or part-time) you should complete an online postgraduate application form and email it to admissions@dmu.ac.uk or apply via the DMU Online Portal.

If you’re an EU or overseas student, you can apply through one of two options:

To apply for a research degree (PhD, MPhil, MSc/ MA by Research, DBA) you are required to apply via our online admissions portal. As part of your application you must submit the below documents:

If possible, you should submit the following documents with your application form: • Two current references on official headed paper or from a professional email address (these can be work or academic references and must be signed and recently dated)

• Apply to study a postgraduate course (full-time or part-time) online via the DMU Online Portal • Alternatively, you can download and fill out our free application form and return it to our Admissions team by emailing admissions@dmu.ac.uk You’ll need to prepare the following documents to submit along with your application form:

• Personal statement

• Two current references on official headed paper or from a professional email address (this can be a work or academic reference and must be signed and recently dated)

To download the application form or access the DMU Online Portal, visit dmu.ac.uk/pgapply

• Copies of degree/diploma certificates

• Copies of academic transcripts • Copies of degree/diploma certificates

• Copies of academic transcripts • A copy of your passport • A copy of your English language certificate To access the DMU Online Portal or download the application form visit: dmu.ac.uk/international/apply

• Your written research proposal so that we can fully assess whether our expertise, facilities and supervisory capacity can support your research needs • Scanned copies of your most relevant academic certificates and transcripts • Two academic references that are dated within the last two years • Applicants who require evidence of their English language qualifications will need to provide an IELTS certificate (no older than two years) or a copy of a degree from a majority English speaking country (dated within the last five years).

If using an IELTS certificate, you must have a minimum overall score of 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each component • A scanned copy of your passport For further information about writing a research proposal or applying for a research degree, please contact the Doctoral College at pgradmissions@dmu.ac.uk For further information about writing a research proposal and access to our online admissions portal visit dmu.ac.uk/doctoral

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