Master in Basque Studies - Modern Languages and Cultures MRes

At University of Liverpool, applications for the Sep 2026 intake are open until Sep 11, 2026, while tuition fees are 25,350 GBP per year.

About this Course

Combine research skills training in modern languages and cultural studies with tailored theoretical and methodological approaches aligned to your proposed research project. Under expert supervision, you'll produce a major piece of independent research that makes an original contribution to knowledge and offers ideal preparation for PhD study.

Introduction

This MRes provides a personalised introduction to postgraduate research, enabling you to develop into an independent researcher and produce an original research project, supported by an expert in modern languages and cultures. Pathways are available in multiple languages including Basque, Catalan, Chinese, French, German, Hispanic, Italian, Portuguese, sociolinguistics, Spanish, and translation studies. Your final award reflects your choice of pathway.

The curriculum provides intensive preparation for doctoral research, equipping you with skills like critical thinking, project management, communication, and problem-solving. You’ll craft a bespoke reading list and assessment tasks, designed around your specific research proposal.

The University of Liverpool, founded in 1882 and located in the vibrant city of Liverpool, is a research-intensive institution with a global student body of around 32,000, including approximately 17,700 international students. The university offers a wide range of programs—over 200—across sciences, engineering, humanities, health and business, combining rigorous academics with practical industry links. Its historic campus and city connections provide a lively cultural setting and strong transport links across the UK and beyond.

Research and employability are central to the Liverpool experience, with interdisciplinary projects, industry partnerships and extensive placement opportunities embedded in many degrees. Students benefit from modern facilities, dedicated career services and a supportive academic community that helps translate theory into professional practice. The university's global networks also create exchange and collaboration pathways for study abroad and joint research.

International students receive comprehensive support from pre-arrival guidance to on-campus services, including English language support, visa advice and student societies that foster social integration. Liverpool’s affordable living costs relative to other UK cities, combined with its cultural life and sporting traditions, make it attractive to students seeking a balanced academic and social experience. The University of Liverpool is well-suited to ambitious students aiming for impactful research, strong career outcomes and a cosmopolitan student life.