Masters by Research in Creative Arts - MRes
Birmingham, United Kingdom
Master degree
DURATION
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Jan 2027
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
Key Summary
About: The Master of Research (MRes) in Creative Arts develops your practice and research skills. You’ll explore artistic ideas, experiment with methods, and critique work. You’ll undertake a major practice-led project with supervision from staff with industry experience, engage across disciplines, study theoretical frameworks, and take workshops and seminars. The programme supports independent research and portfolio development for further study, teaching, or creative work.
Career Outcomes: Graduates move into research or PhD study, higher-education teaching, roles in the creative industries. Likely careers include artist, curator, researcher, educator, and freelance professional. They use portfolio, critical analysis, interdisciplinary collaboration and practice-led research.
The MRes in Creative Arts is designed for individuals interested in deepening their understanding of creative practice and research. The program emphasizes developing your skills in exploring artistic ideas, experimenting with new methods, and critiquing work openly. You'll have the chance to work on a major project that allows you to focus on a specific area of creative arts, supported by staff with extensive industry experience. Throughout the course, you'll engage with different disciplines, learn to critically analyze your own work and others’, and explore the theoretical aspects that underpin creative practices.
The course also encourages independent research while offering practical workshops and seminars to support your development. You’ll be guided to build a strong portfolio that showcases your abilities and research interests. The program aims to prepare you for further study, teaching, or careers where creative skills and critical thinking are valued. It’s tailored to help you gain confidence in your artistic voice and provide the tools needed for professional creative work or academic pursuits in the arts.
