Research Degrees
With a thriving postgraduate research community studying across a wide variety of subjects, Cardiff Met has a strong commitment to undertaking and supporting research at the cutting edge of knowledge exploration. We offer various routes for postgraduate research study with both full-time and part-time study options available.
You could opt for a taught research programme which includes MRes (Master of Research) and Taught Doctorate opportunities. Alternatively, you may decide to undertake a Professional Doctorate (part-time only) which combines a taught component with the production of a final project focused on the enhancement of practice. Cardiff Met offers a wide-ranging suite of Professional Doctorates encompassing research interests from across the University.
We also offer options to study for the award of either an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) or PhD (Doctor of Philosophy). For those with existing connections to Cardiff Met, and who have amassed a significant research portfolio, then a PhD by Published Works may be a more suitable route.
For more information, and to find out if we have the expertise available to support your intended area of research, please complete this form: Postgraduate Study - register your interest.
Course Name
Level
Location
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus, Cyncoed Campus
Research
Cyncoed Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus, Cyncoed Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus, Cyncoed Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus, Cyncoed Campus
Research
Llandaff Campus
Research
Cyncoed Campus
PhD and MPhil awards
- Art & Design – MPhil/PhD
- Education & Social Policy - MPhil/PhD
- Sport & Health Sciences - MPhil/PhD
- Management - MPhil/PhD
- Technologies - MPhil/PhD
These research qualifications are focused on independent study and candidates work with their supervisors to identify the most suitable programme of study.
The PhD offers you the chance to undertake a systematic programme of work towards the development of new knowledge, and the synthesis of this knowledge within the existing literature base.
This Level 8 award is suited to graduates wishing to continue studying in a particular area. It can be an effective route to propose or implement a positive impact on society, culture, the economy, the environment, health and wellbeing, behaviour, policy and/or technology.
As a PhD researcher, you’ll conduct an original research project supported by a supervisory team. It culminates with a Viva Voce examination of a submitted thesis and the candidate.
PhD candidates at Cardiff Met have focused on a wide range of topics including occupational stress, user-centred design, creative writing, athletic performance and data privacy.
Duration and mode: full-time 3-4 years, part-time 6-8 years
For more information, and to find out if we have the expertise available to support your intended area of research, please complete this form.
This is a Level 8 award for researchers who have already built up a considerable research profile at Cardiff Met, or in collaboration with staff at Cardiff Met. It involves collating the profile and top/tailing with a critical narrative that introduces and discusses the contribution to knowledge and/or practice.
You will be supported by a suitable supervisor. The PhD by Published Works culminates with a Viva Voce examination of a submitted thesis and the candidate.
This route is best suited to academics who has undertaken research while working at Cardiff Met or at a partner Higher Education Institution.
Duration and mode: part-time 1 year
For more information, and to find out if we have the expertise available to support your intended area of research, please complete this form.
The MPhil is a master’s level research qualification providing advanced research skills and knowledge. It can be part of a PhD or you can study for a standalone qualification.
Like a PhD, you’ll conduct extensive research in your chosen field which might include critically evaluating a body of knowledge. It is however completed over a shorter period than a PhD and doesn’t require the same level of original contribution.
The emphasis is on independent research resulting in a thesis and you’ll undertake an oral examination (Viva Voce).
Following completion you'll be in a great position to move onto further research or you could progress your career with your new found knowledge and skills.
Duration and mode: full-time 1-2 years, part-time 3-4 years
For more information, and to find out if we have the expertise available to support your intended area of research, please complete this form.