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| The PhD programme in Accounting creates a framework that complements and supports independent research in the field of accounting, whilst providing milestones through which the graduate student will advance, and structured educational inputs to support and develop the student. Students are required to complete a written thesis and viva voce examination together with at least 15 credits in subject – specific modules and at least 15 credits in transferable skills. The programme can be undertaken on a full or part time. PhD students generally start their programme in either September or January.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| AC900 - ACCOUNTING | Credits: n/a Not compulsory:  | The overall aim of the Structured PhD Programme is to facilitate the students in making an original contribution to the knowledge base in the field of adult and community education through research. It meets the needs of practitioners in the field of adult and community education. The Department of Adult and Community Education is firmly committed to equality and social justice. We believe that education is a fundamental human right and collaborative, critical adult education has the power to transform individuals and change society for the better. We have the leading centre for research on adult education in Ireland, and have built an excellent international reputation for our work on further education, higher education, adult guidance, community development and transformative learning. Our research interests and projects concern critical pedagogy, access and equality in adult and higher education, adult guidance and counselling, community education, critical policy studies, transformative learning and active citizenship. We actively support innovative and creative methodological approaches to research with a strong focus on participatory approaches. See staff research interests at https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/adult-and-community-education/our-people The Structured PhD is part of a University-wide programme, which provides modules that students can undertake in the course of their studies, including modules developing graduate competences, transferable skills and research capacities. This programme is designed to support students to conduct research at the highest level in a reflexive and critical way. The Structured PhD takes four years full-time or six years part-time to complete. Closing date: research applications are accepted at any time. Interviews with candidates are typically held in the spring so it is recommended that you contact the coordinators well in advance of this during the autumn/winter term with your initial proposal. Commences: September or January
Note re. registration The following modules must be successfully completed over the course of your programme and before you will be permitted to submit your thesis. Students should always consult their supervisor for advice on when in the programme to register for these modules. - AD802 PERSONAL PROGRESS PROGRAMME
- AD805A ETHICAL PERSPECTIVES ON ADULT EDUCATION
- AD863A ENGAGING WITH SCHOLARLY COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE: CONFERENCE PRESENTATION
- AD863B PUBLISHING IN SCHOLARLY COMMUNITIES OF PRACTICE
- AD899 THESIS & RESEARCH COMPLETION
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| AD900 - ADULT & COMMUNITY EDUCATION | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD is an advanced research degree that requires considerable initiative on the part of the student to engage in independent, original scholarship. The objective of the PhD programme is to provide students with professional training in anthropological research and to produce scholars capable of contributing to international networks in the discipline in an original, ethical and effective fashion. To this end, the programme provides students with the necessary research skills, along with any other specialist training, required for their research project. Above all, the department aims to provide students with the opportunity to pursue effectively their own specific research interests, working independently under the mentorship of members of staff, who will provide detailed feedback and advice on the work. Commences
PhD students adjust to the life of the department best when they begin in September but starting dates are negotiable. Closing date
We prefer to receive applications no later than May 31st for the following academic year, but PhD applications are generally accepted at any time and decisions are made on a rolling basis on completed applications.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| AN900 - ANTHROPOLOGY | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| AN90C - ANTHROPOLOGY COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD in Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies offers research opportunities for students with specific interest in the field of Applied Linguistics and Intercultural Studies. The research profiles of staff members are very varied, covering applied linguistics, sociolinguistics, second language acquisition, corpus linguistics, bi- and multilingualism, second-language pedagogy, intercultural studies, intercultural competence and the role of English in a globalised world. Research in related areas is also welcome, including language-specific research in applied linguistics and intercultural studies in (or through) German, Spanish or French. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| AL900 - APPLIED LINGUISTICS & INTERCULTURAL STUDIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Interested individuals are encouraged to make an informal approach to the Department to discuss their proposal and establish an initial fit between their interests and the Department’s research priorities and expertise. Formally, an applicant wishing to undertake a research degree should submit a research proposal in writing of 3,000–4,000 words and consult with the Department on the general suitability of the research topic, and on the availability of an appropriate supervisor. The research proposal should provide the following information:
- Introduction to the central research topic that the student proposes to investigate
- Reference to the key debates and issues relevant to the research
- An indication the body of literature that the research will analyse; the main data that will be collected and/or analysed and the methods that will be used
- An outline of the potential significance of the proposed research for the field under investigation Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| BS900 - APPLIED SOCIAL STUDIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The objective of the structured research programme in Business is to create a framework that complements and supports independent research, whilst providing milestones through which the graduate student will advance, and structured educational inputs to support and develop the student. In doing so, the student will be provided with a robust structure for guiding them through the key stages of the PhD programme towards completion. Students will be introduced to the components of advanced research and will be encouraged to actively participate in academic communication and publishing, where applicable. The rigorous nature of the structure aims to ultimately extend the student's capability to contribute to theory by developing new knowledge. Alongside exceptional research training and support, the structured doctorate in Business also aims to provide doctoral graduates with the requisite skills to engage in university-based and broader business and civil communities outside academic contexts. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences PhD students generally start their programme in either September or January.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MNL900 - BUSINESS & MANAGEMENT | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD in Chinese Studies offers research degree opportunities for students with specific interest in the fields of Chinese language, literature and culture. The research profiles of staff members are varied, covering cultural and literary analysis with particular emphasis on: Chinese nationalism and quest for national identity; the conflict and communication between China and the West; China’s sport policy and practice; Chinese martial arts; comparative philosophy; philosophy in literature; Chinese Buddhism. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| CN900 - CHINESE STUDIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The aim of this programme is to provide students with a professional training in academic research in Classics, and to develop their capacity to contribute to international scholarship in the discipline in an original and effective fashion. To this end, the programme seeks to equip students with the necessary skills in research, academic writing and the ancient languages, along with any other specialist training required for their particular project. Above all, the Department aims to provide the opportunity for students to pursue their own specific research interests, working independently under the supervision of members of staff who will provide detailed guidance, advice, and feedback on the students' work. The primary objective is the production of a substantial contribution to original scholarship in Classics in the form of a thesis. Over the course of the Structured PhD programme students will acquire the habit of independent study and research, along with the capacity to express their ideas effectively and to build upon (and assign due credit to) the research of others. By the end of the programme, they will also have acquired the necessary linguistic and technical competences to be able to engage at an appropriate level with professional scholars. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| GC900 - GREEK & ROMAN CIVILIZATION | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| CS90C - COMPUTER SCIENCE COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD in Design Innovation is the highest degree offered by the Department of Design Innovation. The structured PhD programme offers a framework which facilitates independent research, whilst providing milestones for measuring progress. Students will be equipped with methodological and analytical tools for advanced research in Design Innovation through a number of taught modules across the Faculty. These will be supplemented by periodic one-on-one supervision meetings. Students will also have opportunities to actively engage in other aspects of academic writing and publishing during the course of their education. We are cognisant of the variety of expertise and experience within the context of Design Innovation and therefore are open to discussing various formats of theses suitable to the PhD in Design Innovation award, for example, a PhD by publication may be more suitable for some than a traditional PhD thesis. In order to hear more about these options, please contact the Programme Director, Dr Linzi Ryan (linzi.ryan@mu.ie).
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| PD900 - DESIGN INNOVATION | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The Digital Arts and Humanities PhD at An Foras Feasa, Maynooth University is part of the structured PhD programme funded by PRTLI 5 in a consortium comprising National University of Ireland Maynooth, National University of Ireland Galway, Trinity College Dublin and University College Cork. What is DAH?
DAH is a four-year structured doctoral research-training programme designed to enable students to carry out research in the arts and humanities at the highest level using new media and computer technologies. The ever-evolving developments in computing and their performative and analytical implications have brought about a quantum leap in arts and humanities research and practice. Digital Arts and Humanities is a field of study, research, teaching, and invention at the intersection of computing and information management with the arts and humanities. The DAH Structured PhD programme creates the research platform, the structures, partnerships and innovation models by which fourthlevel researchers can engage with a wide range of stakeholders in order to contribute to the developing digital arts and humanities community worldwide, as participants and as leaders. DAH promotes advanced practical and academic research in the application of new media and computer technologies, and works with industry partners and cultural institutions to ensure knowledge exchange and career development. DAH at Maynooth University
DAH students at Maynooth University are part of An Foras Feasa’s research institute which has state-of-the-art research and teaching facilities in the university’s newly-opened Iontas building and a dynamic postgraduate community. Students participate in a collaborative Structured PhD Programme with co-registration in An Foras Feasa and a participating academic department (e.g. English, Music, Media Studies, History, Celtic Studies, Modern Languages). An Foras Feasa specialises in the integration of humanities research with information and communications technologies; particular research strengths in the Institute and its partner departments include digital imaging, digital critical editions, data modeling, digital archives and repository development, humanities computing, software engineering, music technology and multimedia. Applications to the following sample research areas are particularly welcome:
- Digital Literary Studies
- Data mining Historical Social Networks
- Language and Computation
- Understanding and Modelling Online Identity
- Data Infrastructures for Humanities Research
- Computational Philology
- Aspects and Strategies of Live-Electronic Music
- Spectromorphology and Phenomenology
- Digital Signal Processing and Music Creation Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rdsp@mu.ie.
| AFF90C - DIGITAL ARTS AND HUMANITIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD programme in Economics at Maynooth University is built on the foundation developed in the MSc programme. While this programme provides the basic skills and technical knowledge base via taught courses and a directed thesis, the PhD programme builds on this to further students’ skills and knowledge to enable them to do world class research. The four-year programme of study includes, in the first and possibly subsequent years, reading courses, taught courses, general skills seminars and independent research, while the second, third and the fourth years of the programme are dedicated primarily to general skills development and independent research. To remain at good progress the PhD candidate must write and present an original piece of research in each year of the programme and this research must meet the approval of his/her committee. Students who do not perform at the level required by the PhD programme during their studies may be eligible for an MLitt degree with a satisfactory MLitt thesis. Part-Time Option The PhD programme may be either on a part-time or on a full-time basis. Prospective candidates should, however, bear in mind that part-time PhD programme applicants are not eligible for scholarship funding. Scholarship Funding Opportunities The Economics Department at Maynooth University offers scholarships for a limited number of incoming full-time PhD students. Please see the following link https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/economics/graduate-teaching-scholarship-2022 Closing date Rolling Recruitment Commences September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| EC900 - ECONOMICS | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The Structured PhD in Education is a research degree that supports students in engaging in research at the highest academic level. Students work with their supervisors to develop a substantive piece of research that makes an original contribution to knowledge in the field and tradition of educational research.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
- Students should register for modules ED879 and ED802 in their first year of PhD study. Note these modules must be completed before the programme is completed and the thesis is submitted.
| ED900 - EDUCATION | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
- Students should register for modules ED879 and ED802 in their first year of PhD study. Note these modules must be completed before the programme is completed and the thesis is submitted.
| ED90C - EDUCATION COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Candidates take 50 credits over three years. This is comprised of GSA1, GSA2, GSA3, EN841, EN842, EN851, EN852, EN861, EN862 plus at least one other module from the list of optional modules. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| EN900 - ENGLISH | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD Finance programme creates a framework that complements and supports independent research in the field of finance, whilst providing milestones through which the graduate student will advance, and structured educational inputs to support and develop the student. Students are required to complete a written thesis and viva voce examination together with at least 15 credits in subject – specific modules and at least 15 credits in transferable skills. The programme can be undertaken on a full or part-time. PhD students generally start their programme in either September or January.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Reserach Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| FN900 - FINANCE | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Under a Structured Research Programme, students are supported in the development of their research by undertaking professional and specialist modules over the course of their research degree. The central objectives of the Structured PhD Programme in French are to allow PhD students to participate in courses delivered outside NUIM; to introduce students to academic communication, and educate them in the same, through active participation and presentation at departmental graduate symposia, at research conferences nationally and internationally. Research Environment: The School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures (SMLLC) runs friendly, informal research seminars and regularly invites guest lecturers to share their expertise with the Departments in the School. Members of the Department, including postgraduate students, participate in national and international conferences. European Doctorate: PhD students who have a strong European Language element to their research can apply for a Europea. Doctorate. For further information, please consult www.maynoothuniversity.ie/postgraduate-studies. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| FR900 - FRENCH | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD degree is research degree, awarded on the basis of a research thesis. Thesis presentation is supported by a number of taught mandatory Graduate Education modules (GREPs). Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| GY900 - GEOGRAPHY | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| GY90C - GEOGRAPHY COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Maynooth University is one of the main centres of research in German Studies in Ireland. The research profiles of staff members are very varied, covering all periods of German literature and including many aspects of German culture and history. The German Department offers research opportunities relating to all German-speaking countries and, uniquely, relating to theoretical and applied linguistics as well as the theory and practice of Teaching German as a Foreign Language. Other particular areas of research include travel writing, intercultural encounters, aesthetics, minorities, German-Jewish studies and postcolonial studies. Research topics from other areas need to be discussed with the prospective supervisor prior to application. Research Environment
The School of Modern Languages, Literatures and Cultures (SMLLC) runs friendly, informal research seminars and regularly invites guest lecturers to share their expertise with the Departments in the School. Members of the Department, including postgraduate students, participate in national and international conferences. The option of jointly-supervised research with another Department from the Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy or the Faculty of Social Sciences is also available. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| GN900 - GERMAN | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| GN90C - GERMAN | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The award of the PhD is based entirely on a major research thesis. However, to ensure that our graduates obtain as thorough preparation as possible for their future careers, the university has put in place a structured PhD programme. Students in the Faculty of Arts, Celtic Studies and Philosophy PhD programme are required to take 60 credits worth of taught modules over the duration of the programme, of which some are generic, and some are required by the relevant department. Students with an MA in a cognate discipline usually need to take a minimum of 30 credits. Commences
September (or other agreed time)
Students who have already taken module HY667 may not take HY837 Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| HY900 - HISTORY | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | | HY90C - HISTORY | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD in Law is the highest degree offered by the School of Law and Criminology. By definition, it is intended to be a qualification obtained after rigorous and original research that contributes to the state of legal scholarship. Towards that end, the structured PhD programme offers a framework which facilitates independent research, whilst providing milestones for measuring progress. Students will be equipped with methodological and analytical tools for advanced research in law through a number of taught modules across the Faculty. These will be supplemented by periodic one-on-one supervision meetings. Students will also have opportunities to actively engage in other aspects of academic writing and publishing during the course of their education. In addition, the School of Law and Criminology’s research seminar series offers a constructive forum for presenting and debating research. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time) Potential candidates should: a) Identify a member of staff as a potential supervisor, and discuss their area of interest. b) Submit a research proposal and CV to the proposed supervisor. After receiving provisional approval, a formal application may be made (see How to Apply).
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| LW900 - LAW | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: |
Only for students completing dual degree with University of Alcala. Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| LWJE9 - LAW | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| LW90C - LAW COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The PhD (Arts) is a research degree which usually takes four years to complete. A student must write a thesis under the direction of a member of staff containing a significant new result or an original insight. Collaborations with outside parties have involved work in chemistry, medicine, archaeology, banking, computer-aided design and other areas. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time)
https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/mathematics-and-statistics/postgraduates Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MT900 - MATHEMATICS | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Students are provided with a flexible and tailored structured research programme within the Department of Media Studies, including the development of transferable research skills, specialist knowledge and professional practices. Upon completion of this programme, students will have achieved competence in relevant areas of research, and demonstrated specialist knowledge and skills in their own area of research as well as in knowledge transfer and effective academic communication. This programme will equip them with the professional skills necessary to pursue academic and research careers. An applicant wishing to undertake a research degree should submit a research proposal in writing, and consult with the Centre on the general suitability of the research topic and on the availability of an appropriate supervisor before submitting an application. Closing date
Rolling. Applications are welcomed throughout the year, for registration in September and January of each academic year. Commences
A PhD in Media Studies can be commenced in September or January of each academic year.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MD900 - MEDIA STUDIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MD90C - MEDIA STUDIES COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The aim of this programme is to provide students with a professional training in advanced academic research in early Irish literature, language and history, to deepen their knowledge in specific areas of these and to endow them with the research skills appropriate to work in this field. Closing date Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences September (or other agreed time) Further information For further information about the department, its members and modules offered as part of the PhD programme in Medieval Irish, see our website: https://www.maynoothuniversity.ie/early-irish-sean-ghaeilge
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| SG900 - MEDIEVAL IRISH | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | This programme offers a doctoral-level programme in Music for students who wish to engage in high-quality research in selected areas of the discipline. In addition, the PhD/MLitt in Music includes a number of generic and specific skills modules that will complement its research-oriented elements as part of a structured research programme at Maynooth University. The subject of research for the thesis must be approved by the Head of Department/Departmental Research Committee and must be based on original research conducted under the direction of a designated member of the Department. Supervision is offered in any of the following areas: PhD in Music (Composition): Students in the PhD in Composition develop a varied portfolio of works totalling ninety minutes in duration. Variations on this format (e.g. single large-scale work submissions) are possible but need to be approved in writing by the supervisor and Head of Department. Portfolios should be accompanied by a written commentary on the works of at least 12,000 words (but not exceeding 30,000 words). Where possible, and as appropriate, submissions should be supported by recorded performances. The final examination is via a viva voce examination with two examiners (one internal and one external) and an independent chair. PhD in Music (Musicology) Students in the PhD in Musicology submit an original research thesis on any topic in musicology for which supervision is available in the Department of Music. Applicants should consult the Department of Music webpages for details of staff expertise. The thesis takes the form of a written text of 80–100K words, subject to a viva voce examination with two examiners (one internal and one external) and an independent chair. PhD in Music (Computer Music) The Computer Music programme allows students to choose between two forms of Thesis submission: (1) by dissertation: a 40-50,000 word thesis together with the proof-of-concept of the technologies developed/discussed, which might include an original composition component together with the technical documentation (e.g. hardware designs, software sources); (2) by publication: 6 – 8 papers, published (or fully accepted for publication) in international peer-reviewed conference proceedings and recognised journals in the field, with at least two journal items, plus a 15,000-18,000 introductory essay binding the published work. One of the published items might be an original composition work. In both options, the final examination is via a viva voce examination with two examiners (one internal and one external) and an independent chair. PhD in Music (Performance) The PhD in/by Performance will appeal to performers interested in developing innovative projects in which performance forms an integral part of scholarly research. By developing an appropriate critical and theoretical framework the project will contribute to the advancement of knowledge in the field. The format of the PhD includes a 40/50k-word dissertation and a 90-minute final concert. The final examination is via a viva voce examination with an independent chair and two examiners (one internal and one external), and a public concert which will be attended by the examiners and the independent chair. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time. Commences
September (or other agreed time).
Note re. registration The following modules must be successfully completed over the course of your programme and before you will be permitted to submit your thesis. Students should always consult their supervisor for advice on when in the programme to register for these modules. - GST11 PROFESSIONAL SKILLS - THESIS COMPLETION AND CAREER DEVEOPMENT
- MU801 RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM 1
- MU802 RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM 2
- MU803 RESEARCH COLLOQUIUM 3
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MU900 - MUSIC | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| MU90C - MUSIC COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Is í aidhm an chláir ná clár struchtúrtha dochtúireachta sa Nua-Ghaeilge a chur ar fáil do mhic léinn ar mian leo tabhairt faoi ardtaighde i réimsí áirithe den disciplín. Is iad cuspóirí an chláir ná scileanna cineálacha. Mar chuid den chlár struchtúrtha dochtúireachta sa Nua-Ghaeilge, bíonn ar gach mac léinn réimse modúl a chur i gcrích gur fiú 30 creidiúint ar fad iad, chomh maith le togra mór taighde a chuirfear i gcrích faoi stiúir ba(i)ll foirne. Cuirtear stiúrthóirtheacht ar fáil sna réimsí ardtaighde seo a leanas: - PhD Nua-Ghaeilge (Tráchtas)
Tráchtas scríofa c. 80,000 focal ar aon ghné de Léann na Gaeilge 2. PhD Nua-Ghaeilge (Taighde Ealaíonta) Bíonn ar mhic léinn PhD sa Taighde Ealaíonta dhá ghné ar leith a chur i gcrích mar chuid dá gcúrsa taighde: (1) tráchtas c. 40,000 focal (.i. scríbhneoireacht bunaithe ar an taighde acadúil agus/nó féinmhachnamh substaintiúil ar an gcleachtas cruthaitheach) (2) togra taighde ealaíonta, mar shampla ceadal mór ceoil, togra feidhmeach amharclannaíochta, togra feidhmeach scannánaíochta, togra sa scríbhneoireacht chruthaitheach, togra feidhmeach sna healaíona traidisiúnta nó comhaimseartha, togra feidhmeach damhsa, togra feidhmeach sna healaíona pobail, nó togra ar aon ábhar cruthaitheach oiriúnach eile a bhaineann leis na healaíona Gaeilge nó Gaeltachta. Is i gcomhpháirt leis an bhfoireann stiúrthóireachta agus leis an gCeann Roinne a shocraítear teorainneacha agus riachtanaisí an togra taighde ealaíonta, agus is é Déan na nDán, an Léinn Cheiltigh, agus na Fealsúnachta a cheadóidh agus a dheimhneoidh sula bhfógrófar don Oifig Staidéir Iarchéime, a nótálfaidh. Cuirfear sceideal agus socruithe scrúdaitheoireachta, faoi mar a oireann don dearadh ar leith ar an togra atá idir lámha, in iúl don mhac léinn i scríbhinn i dtosach na dara bliana. Beidh dhá phointe scrúdaitheoireachta ann mar seo a leanas: (1) breithniú ar an togra taighde ealaíonta féin agus (2) viva voce tar éis don tráchtas a bheith sínte isteach. Sa chás gur ócáid phoiblí ealaíne nó taibhiú poiblí atá i gceist leis an togra taighde ealaíonta, beidh na scrúdaitheoirí i láthair ag an ócáid sin.
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| NGA900 - NUA GHAEILGE (TAIGHDE EALAÍONTA) | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Is í aidhm an chláir ná clár struchtúrtha dochtúireachta sa Nua-Ghaeilge a chur ar fáil do mhic léinn ar mian leo tabhairt faoi ardtaighde i réimsí áirithe den disciplín. Is iad cuspóirí an chláir ná scileanna cineálacha. Mar chuid den chlár struchtúrtha dochtúireachta sa Nua-Ghaeilge, bíonn ar gach mac léinn réimse modúl a chur i gcrích gur fiú 30 creidiúint ar fad iad, chomh maith le togra mór taighde a chuirfear i gcrích faoi stiúir ba(i)ll foirne. Cuirtear stiúrthóirtheacht ar fáil sna réimsí ardtaighde seo a leanas: 1. PhD Nua-Ghaeilge (Tráchtas) Tráchtas scríofa c. 80,000 focal ar aon ghné de Léann na Gaeilge 2. PhD Nua-Ghaeilge (Taighde Ealaíonta) Bíonn ar mhic léinn PhD sa Taighde Ealaíonta dhá ghné ar leith a chur i gcrích mar chuid dá gcúrsa taighde: (1) tráchtas c. 40,000 focal (.i. scríbhneoireacht bunaithe ar an taighde acadúil agus/nó féinmhachnamh substaintiúil ar an gcleachtas cruthaitheach) (2) togra taighde ealaíonta, mar shampla ceadal mór ceoil, togra feidhmeach amharclannaíochta, togra feidhmeach scannánaíochta, togra sa scríbhneoireacht chruthaitheach, togra feidhmeach sna healaíona traidisiúnta nó comhaimseartha, togra feidhmeach damhsa, togra feidhmeach sna healaíona pobail, nó togra ar aon ábhar cruthaitheach oiriúnach eile a bhaineann leis na healaíona Gaeilge nó Gaeltachta. Is i gcomhpháirt leis an bhfoireann stiúrthóireachta agus leis an gCeann Roinne a shocraítear teorainneacha agus riachtanaisí an togra taighde ealaíonta, agus is é Déan na nDán, an Léinn Cheiltigh, agus na Fealsúnachta a cheadóidh agus a dheimhneoidh sula bhfógrófar don Oifig Staidéir Iarchéime, a nótálfaidh. Cuirfear sceideal agus socruithe scrúdaitheoireachta, faoi mar a oireann don dearadh ar leith ar an togra atá idir lámha, in iúl don mhac léinn i scríbhinn i dtosach na dara bliana. Beidh dhá phointe scrúdaitheoireachta ann mar seo a leanas: (1) breithniú ar an togra taighde ealaíonta féin agus (2) viva voce tar éis don tráchtas a bheith sínte isteach. Sa chás gur ócáid phoiblí ealaíne nó taibhiú poiblí atá i gceist leis an togra taighde ealaíonta, beidh na scrúdaitheoirí i láthair ag an ócáid sin. Fad
PhD Ceithre bliana de ghnáth (6 bliana go páirtaimseartha)
Tús an chúrsa
Meán Fómhair (nó am eile a shocrófar)
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| NG900 - NUA-GHAEILGE | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | The programme will provide the students with a professional training in academic research in Philosophy, and thus enables them to contribute to national and international scholarship and to interdisciplinary co-operation. The department aims to provide students with the opportunity to work independently under the supervision of members of staff who will provide detailed feedback and advice on the achieved works. The Department of Philosophy wishes to provide a high quality research experience and output, with integrated taught support for all students enrolled on the structured PhD programme. As part of this process, students on this programme will have acquired the philosophical methods that enable them to pursue studies and research independently according to their personal interests in the field. They will also be able to engage at an appropriate level with other professional scholars. Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time Commences
September (or other agreed time) | PHJE9 - PHILOSOPHY (JOINT EXTERNAL PHD) | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: |
Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| PH900 - PHILOSOPHY PHD | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | We aim: - To provide high quality research training in a lively intellectual atmosphere
- To promote students’ professional involvement in academic life
- To ensure that students will make a contribution to the advancement of knowledge in sociology
- And to ensure that students will make a contribution to the understanding and well being of contemporary societies By the end of their time as a research postgraduate student in the Department it is our goal that students will: - Have completed a thesis which is a high quality piece of orginal sociological analysis and is at least partly publishable in a peer-reviewed academic outlet
- Have developed and demonstrated a significant level of skill in at least one methodology of sociological research and analysis
- Have a broad knowledge of a number of sub-fields within sociology
- And have had the opportunity to develop teaching and administrative skills and experience Closing date
Research applications are generally accepted at any time however the deadline for applications is the 30th of June if you wish to start in September of the same year. Commences
September
Note re. registration Module SO802A (The craft and logic of social research 1) must be successfully completed over the course of your programme and before you will be permitted to submit your thesis. Students should always consult their supervisor for advice on when in the programme to register for modules. Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| SO900 - SOCIOLOGY | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| SO90C - SOCIOLOGY COMBINED | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | Notes: - All students should consult with their supervisor before registering for modules. This is especially important in the first year of your research studies as not all modules are suitable for Year 1 students.
- Modules with a FM or GST prefix are managed by the Research Development Office. Please consult with your supervisor before registering for these modules.
- Students who wish to register for FM and GST modules in semester 2 must contact the MU Research Skills Development Programme rsdp@mu.ie.
| SPA900 - SPANISH AND LATIN AMERICAN STUDIES | Credits: n/a Not compulsory: | | |
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