About this courseExcellent research opportunities await at the Liverpool Screen School, enabling you to work at the forefront of developments with leading experts.Study full or part-time over two to seven yearsChoose from a wide range of subject areas (see Details tab for more information)Complete your research degree (MPhilPhD) in a Faculty known for its internationally-acclaimed researchExplore scholarship opportunitiesBenefit from expert supervision and researcher trainingEnjoy excellent facilities and great employment connectionsThe programme route you undertake will depend on your qualifications and experience.On joining LJMU you will be allocated up to three supervisors (including a Lead Supervisor) who will work with you during your studies. Progression monitoring is undertaken formally and informally by this team on an ongoing basis.Throughout your studies, you will also have the support of LJMU’s Doctoral Academy which offers expert advice and guidance to those enrolled on MPhil and PhD programmes.Further your career prospectsLJMU has an excellent employability record with 96% (HESA 2018) of our postgraduates in work or further study six months after graduation. Our applied learning techniques and strong industry connections ensure our students are fully prepared for the workplace on graduation and understand how to apply their knowledge in a real world context.Studying for a postgraduate research degree enhances your employability in a number of ways.As well as enabling you to focus on your specific areas of interest and expand your subject knowledge ready for employment in your chosen sector, a postgraduate research qualification enables you to take charge of your career path by demonstrating your contribution to an area of knowledge. It enhances your self-confidence and showcases your ability to work independently and ‘go it alone’.According to a report by theHigher Education Statistics Agency(HESA), more than a quarter of graduates felt that their employment prospects were increased by their PG qualification. And when it comes to earnings, those with a postgrad qualification have been shown to earn an average of 24% more than those who leave education with an undergraduate degree.