Teaching
Students are expected to work closely with their supervisor throughout the year on a thesis of not more than 25,000 words, which must be submitted in August.
During the year, MPhil students are also encouraged to attend Masters-level taught papers, including Theory and Method in Middle Eastern Studies, as well as fourth-year undergraduate lectures and language courses where relevant. They are also encouraged to participate fully in the wider academic life of the department and the University - various training courses, reading groups and seminars, including the department's fortnightly research seminar and the Centre for Islamic Studies seminars.
| One to one supervision |
Students will be offered a minimum of 10 hours to support thesis research and writing. The final number of hours will be agreed upon with the supervisor depending on students’ need and progress. The University of Cambridge publishes an annual Code of Practice which sets out the University's expectations regarding supervision. |
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| Seminars & classes |
24 hours per year (MESM1 Theory and Method in Middle Eastern Studies). |
| Literature Reviews |
Three formative assignments (not part of the final summative degree assessment) of 5,000-words in total for MESM1 Theory and Method in Middle Eastern Studies. |
| Posters and Presentations |
At least two formative workshop presentations in MESM1 Theory and Method in Middle Eastern Studies. |
| Taught/Research Balance |
Entirely Research
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Feedback
Students will receive feedback on their work throughout the year from regular one-on-one supervisions with their Supervisor. Supervisors will produce feedback via online termly supervision reports.
In addition, students will receive feedback on formative assignments in MESM1 Theory and Method in Middle Eastern Studies.
Assessment
Thesis / Dissertation
Students will submit a thesis of not more than 25,000 words, including footnotes and appendices, but excluding the bibliography on a subject approved by the Degree Committee. All MPhil theses must include a brief abstract at the start of the thesis of no more than 400 words.
Students must have an oral examination (viva), normally held in September.