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Dr Neil Maycroft - Associate Professor
Dr Neil Maycroft originally trained as a social scientist and completed a PhD in Social Theory before moving into design teaching. His training enables him to broadly locate design and material culture in relation to wider political, economic, social and cultural developments, and debates. He is an experienced postgraduate supervisor and examiner, welcoming PhD applications and proposals which combine historical, social and cultural analysis with a focus on design and/or material culture.
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The MA by Research in Design offers the opportunity to pursue research opportunities in all aspects of design practice, design scholarship, and research. The Lincoln School of Design provides a supportive academic environment in which to conduct postgraduate study and this course has been designed to prepare graduates to embark on further study at doctoral level, as well as for careers in teaching and a wide range of other fields.
Welcome to MA by Research Design
The MA by Research in Design offers the opportunity to pursue research opportunities in all aspects of design practice, design scholarship, and research. The Lincoln School of Design provides a supportive academic environment in which to conduct postgraduate study and this course has been designed to prepare graduates to embark on further study at doctoral level, as well as for careers in teaching and a wide range of other fields.
Facilities
The University of Lincoln has a comprehensive range of facilities designed to provide a supportive environment for creative practitioners. Students have regular access to workshops, labs, studios and industry-standard equipment, as well as highly knowledgeable technicians. This environment can help students to develop their knowledge and skills, and complements our purpose-built design studios.
How You Study
The core of the programme is a design project, for which you will submit a proposal at application stage and identify two academic supervisors, with whom you'll meet regularly for feedback and advice. Due to the nature of postgraduate research, a significant amount of time will be spent in independent study.
Your MA by Research project might cross disciplinary boundaries-design projects often do-and focus on multiple subject areas: in such cases, we will support you through the allocation of supervisors in relevant fields.
Students have access to support and training which aim to develop the practical, written, and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at postgraduate level.
The Lincoln School of Design promotes the development of a stimulating research environment within which our postgraduate community plays a central role. Initiatives such as research seminars with internal speakers and visiting academics aim to foster cross-disciplinary debates and collaboration, as well as providing opportunities for career development.
How You Study
The core of the programme is a design project, for which you will submit a proposal at application stage and identify two academic supervisors, with whom you'll meet regularly for feedback and advice. Due to the nature of postgraduate research, a significant amount of time will be spent in independent study.
Your MA by Research project might cross disciplinary boundaries-design projects often do-and focus on multiple subject areas: in such cases, we will support you through the allocation of supervisors in relevant fields.
Students have access to support and training which aim to develop the practical, written, and critical skills necessary for investigation and study at postgraduate level.
The Lincoln School of Design promotes the development of a stimulating research environment within which our postgraduate community plays a central role. Initiatives such as research seminars with internal speakers and visiting academics aim to foster cross-disciplinary debates and collaboration, as well as providing opportunities for career development.
How you are assessed
With the help of dedicated skills sessions, and under the guidance of academic supervisors, students will be expected to produce a body of practical design work and a supporting critical commentary of at least 10,000 words.
We can support a wide range of practical design projects and examples may include a prototype for a product, a graphic advertising campaign, an app, furniture, clothing, or an interactive environment.
There is scope, by negotiation, to amend the balance of practical design work to written commentary depending on the viability of the practical design plans and their development over the programme.
How you are assessed
With the help of dedicated skills sessions, and under the guidance of academic supervisors, students will be expected to produce a body of practical design work and a supporting critical commentary of at least 10,000 words.
We can support a wide range of practical design projects and examples may include a prototype for a product, a graphic advertising campaign, an app, furniture, clothing, or an interactive environment.
There is scope, by negotiation, to amend the balance of practical design work to written commentary depending on the viability of the practical design plans and their development over the programme.
Entry Requirements 2022-23
First or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject.
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element.
For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-session English and Academic Study Skills courses.
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/pre-sessionalenglishandacademicstudyskills/ . These specialist courses are designed to help students meet the English language requirements for their intended programme of study.
Entry Requirements 2023-24
First or upper second class honours degree in a relevant subject.
If you have studied outside of the UK, and are unsure whether your qualification meets the above requirements, please visit our country pages https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/ for information on equivalent qualifications.
Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element.
For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/.
If you do not meet the above IELTS requirements, you may be able to take part in one of our Pre-session English and Academic Study Skills courses.
https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/pre-sessionalenglishandacademicstudyskills/ . These specialist courses are designed to help students meet the English language requirements for their intended programme of study.
Interviews
Application involves submitting a valid and feasible research proposal. Applicants with appropriate projects will be offered an interview with the programme leader and a subject specialist where they can discuss the details of their research proposal.
Fees and Funding
For eligible students, there are more ways than ever before to fund your postgraduate study, whether you want to do a taught or research course. For those wishing to undertake a Master's course, UK students can apply for a loan as a contribution towards the course and living costs. Loans are also available to those who wish to undertake doctoral study. The University offers a number of scholarships and funded studentships for those interested in postgraduate study. Learn how Master's and PhD loans, scholarships, and studentships can help you fund your studies on our Postgraduate Fees and Funding pages.
Fees and Funding
For eligible students, there are more ways than ever before to fund your postgraduate study, whether you want to do a taught or research course. For those wishing to undertake a Master's course, UK students can apply for a loan as a contribution towards the course and living costs. Loans are also available to those who wish to undertake doctoral study. The University offers a number of scholarships and funded studentships for those interested in postgraduate study. Learn how Master's and PhD loans, scholarships, and studentships can help you fund your studies on our Postgraduate Fees and Funding pages.
Career Opportunities
This programme is designed to prepare students to embark on further study at doctoral level, as well as for careers in teaching and a wide range of other fields.
Postgraduate Events
Find out more about how postgraduate study can help further your career, develop your knowledge, or even prepare you to start your own business at one of our postgraduate events.
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