French Studies (MA by research), MA

Nottingham Trent University is a leading centre for French studies in the UK. The latest Research Assessment Exercise judged 75% of research by the team of international quality. This degree allows graduates to pursue research in the field of contemporary France. The degree comprises independent research and a course designed to develop knowledge of key research skills and practices. What will I study?

Recognised internationally for its distinctive focus on the contemporary world, French at Nottingham Trent University offers a vibrant and dynamic research environment specialising in the understanding of social and cultural change in contemporary France.

Award degrees are available in the following subject areas:

• French Cinema
• Contemporary Visual Cultures
• Women, Society and Politics
• Protest Movements in France
• Lesbian and Gay Studies
• Modern and Contemporary Literary Studies
• Religion and Secularism.

Special features

French has a proud record of excellence in research. Colleagues are leading authorities in their respective research specialisms, and many act as editors, editorial board members and reviewers for a number of national and international journals. French houses an established Centre for the Study of Contemporary French Studies (ReFrance), where many research-led activities take place.

You will join a thriving postgraduate community of researchers in French Studies and a unique student support structure with a dedicated team of tutors and supervisors.

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Core Modules

• Approaching and doing research - This module includes a focus on issues such as social inquiry interpretation, ethnography, ethics, positionality, research questions and design, literature reviews and presenting research.
• You will also need to write a 20,000 word dissertation.

Assessment
The majority of the marks awarded for this course are for the dissertation. You will have an individual supervisor allocated when offered a place on the course. Dissertation tutorials will take place between you and your nominated supervisor. The supervisor will offer advice on developing appropriate study methods and provide feedback on drafts of the dissertation.