Masters of Research – funding options available

MRes degrees can be studied as a stepping stone to doctoral level study or as a standalone qualification for those interested in research careers in industry. We offer a range of MRes titles here at Harper Adams, which are reviewed each year, and all subjects link in to areas of research that the university is actively involved with.

This programme

This programme provides:

• A thorough understanding of your chosen area of study
• Practical and technical skills relevant to your subject
• The ability to formulate and test an hypothesis and draw valid conclusions
• The ability to solve problems by applying cutting-edge research techniques

Why Harper Adams?

Harper Adams is the university for food production, animal health and sustainable living environments – with a mission to advance knowledge, inspire and equip learners to deliver real change for our living planet.

Our students see theory in action, are taught literally in the field, carry out experiments, conduct field trials, and then analyse their own samples in our ever-expanding laboratory complex, within a vibrant research and teaching environment – and all without leaving the campus.

Set on a 494-hectare farm, our Harper campus is home to the cutting-edge; such as our Agricultural Engineering Innovation Centre, where the future of farming is being pioneered with agricultural robots; the Elizabeth Creak Science Laboratories and a new robotic dairy – to name but a few. All our students have access to this technology and we wholeheartedly encourage exploration and research throughout your degree.

Speaking of research, Harper Adams is a recognised centre of research excellence with the 2021 Government Research Excellence Framework rating 60 per cent of the university’s research as “world leading” or “internationally excellent” – an almost ten per cent increase since our previous submission.

Funding Options

We understand that how you fund your degree could play a significant role in choosing whether to study at Postgraduate level. That’s why we have plenty of Scholarships to support our PG students – from extra funding, to full fee waivers. See what you could be eligible for here.

University Open Events

Ready to start making a difference? Come see Harper for yourself at one of our campus open days. Book your place here.