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Richard Thomas

1 year ago

Media and Communication Swansea University in United Kingdom

Degree Level

PhD

Field of study

Communication Studies

Funding

The studentship is fully funded by ESRC and Swansea University, covering tuition fees and an annual tax-free living stipend in line with UKRI minimum rates (£20,780 for 2025/26). Students also receive a Research Training Support Grant and may be eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).

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Expired

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United Kingdom

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Swansea University

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Keywords

Communication Studies
Media Studies
Film Studies
Virtual Reality
Social Media
Journalism
Digital Media
Public Relations
Augmented Reality
Democratization
Social Communication

About this position

Funded PhD opportunity in Media and Communication at Swansea! https://lnkd.in/eCPuhieC

Funding details

The studentship is fully funded by ESRC and Swansea University, covering tuition fees and an annual tax-free living stipend in line with UKRI minimum rates (£20,780 for 2025/26). Students also receive a Research Training Support Grant and may be eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).

What's required

Applicants must have qualifications or experience equivalent to an honours degree at a first or upper second-class level, or a master's from a UK academic research organisation. Non-traditional academic backgrounds are welcome. English language proficiency is required: IELTS 6.5 overall (no component below 6.5) or Swansea University recognized equivalent. International applicants should check country-specific entry requirements. Applicants must submit a CV, degree certificates/transcripts, two academic/professional references from employment email addresses, evidence of English proficiency, UK resident visa (if applicable), and confirmation of EDI form submission.

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Research Interests

Media Studies

Political Communication

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Communication Studies

Government Studies