University of East Anglia
4 days ago
Funded PhD in Film, Television and Media Studies at University of East Anglia University of East Anglia in United Kingdom
Degree Level
Master's, PhD
Field of study
Communication Studies
Funding
Full funding available
Country
United Kingdom
University
University of East Anglia
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University of East Anglia (UEA), Faculty of Arts and Humanities, is advertising a Funded PhD Programme in Film, Television and Media Studies in Norwich, United Kingdom. The programme sits within one of the UK’s longest-established centres for film, television and media studies and highlights a strong research culture with opportunities to work in active research groups.
Research interests span film studies, communication studies, media studies, broadcast media, digital media, music, and related interdisciplinary areas. Specific expertise includes feminist and gender studies, film and television history, audiences, world and national cinemas, radio/audio studies, participatory and community media, celebrity studies, popular music, disability studies, cultural studies, adaptation studies, and creative-critical practice.
Available research degree routes include PhD, PhD by Professional Practice in Film, Television, and Media, and Master's by Research. Full-time and part-time study options are available. Applicants are encouraged to identify at least one potential supervisor from the School of Media, Language and Communication Studies and contact them to discuss their research proposal.
Entry requirements for the doctoral route normally include a UK upper second class undergraduate honours degree plus a Master's degree, or equivalent. For Master's by Research, a UK upper second class undergraduate honours degree or equivalent is required. Non-native English speakers, or applicants from countries not on the UKVI list of English-speaking countries, may need to provide English language proficiency evidence.
Funding information states that some or all PhD opportunities in this programme have funding attached. UEA offers three fully funded PhD studentships per year through the AHRC-funded Doctoral Landscape Awards, plus additional Faculty-funded studentships. Priority is given to innovative, well-developed proposals aligned with UEA’s interdisciplinary themes: CreativeUEA, ClimateUEA, or HealthUEA. Funding may be limited to certain nationalities.
The post does not give a single fixed deadline; instead, it notes that the School accepts research students to start on 1 October, 1 February, and 1 June. For more information on PhD and studentship deadlines, applicants should consult the linked UEA guidance page. To apply or learn more, use the UEA postgraduate research application guidance and email [email protected] for further information.
Funding details
Full funding including tuition fees and living expenses is available for this position. The scholarship covers all educational costs and provides a monthly stipend.
How to apply
Please submit your application including a cover letter, CV, academic transcripts, and contact information for two references. Applications should be sent via the online portal before the deadline.
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