DegreesStudents wishing to read for higher degrees or post-graduate diplomas in the fields in which the College specialises should normally have a first degree in one of the following subjects: history, politics, international relations, economics, economic history, sociology, philosophy, language and literature, geography, social anthropology. Graduates with first degrees in other subjects may also apply if their proposed research relates to the areas of interest in which the College specialises. The College also admits students working on Britain and the U.S.A. Further details are available in the University's Graduate Studies Prospectus. Students can study any of the following degrees: Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil.)This degree consists of a thesis of not more than 100,000 words which must constitute a significant contribution to the subject. The topic of the candidate's choice must be approved by the Board of the Faculty concerned. The degree normally takes at least three years of which six terms must be spent in Oxford.
The degree consists of a thesis of about 50,000 words and it may be obtained in a minimum of two years' residence in Oxford. Master of Philosophy (MPhil.)A degree awarded for advanced study of a broad subject such as Economics, European History, Politics, Sociology, Social Anthropology, International Relations, Development Studies, Latin American, Middle Eastern or Russian and East European Studies. Candidates spend two years in residence, reading under the guidance of tutors, and are then required to take a written examination. In addition they usually have to submit a short thesis of up to 30,000 words. In many subjects, the thesis may subsequently, if the candidate so chooses, form the basis of a D.Phil. thesis. Master of Science (MSc.)This degree requires three terms' (in some cases six terms') residence in Oxford and consists of course work and a written examination. Candidates have been admitted for the following: Social Anthropology, Latin American Studies, Economics for Development, Comparative Social Policy, African Studies, Modern Japanese Studies, Modern Chinese Studies, Migration Studies, Contemporary India, Educational Studies. Master of Studies (MSt.)Like the M.Sc., this degree requires three terms' residence and an examination. Candidates have been admitted for the following: Modern History, Oriental Studies, Forced Migration. For further information consult the University of Oxford Graduate Studies Prospectus Visiting StudentsThese members are admitted to the College while reading for an advanced degree of another university in a field related to the interests of the College. For information contact the Assistant College Registrar |
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