As a component of the MRes English programme, this module aims to develop subject-specific knowledge relevant to the student’s own field of research. A programme of reading and other forms of research will be developed by the student in collaboration with his or her academic supervisor(s). The supervisor(s) will provide guidance on the programme of research, primarily through individual tutorials, as it develops during the semester. The programme of study undertaken on this module is intended to equip the student with subject-specific knowledge and research resources relevant to the dissertation project to be undertaken on ENGL705. The assessment consists of an annotated bibliography (approx. 30 items with critical annotations, 4500-5500 words).