Drama PhD
University of Northampton
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Northampton Main site

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OCT-26

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2 Years

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Northampton Main site

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Full Time

Start date

OCT-26

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2 Years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Northampton Main site

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MAR-27

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2 Years

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Northampton Main site

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Full Time

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MAR-26

Duration

2 Years

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Qualification

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Location

University of Northampton Main site

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Part Time

Start date

OCT-26

Duration

3 Years

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Drama, Dance & Cinematics
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This Drama MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published Works curriculum offers a great way to advance your knowledge and research abilities if you have a degree in drama or a related field. You will be awarded a Level 8 qualification, which is the highest formal certification you may obtain in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, upon successfully defending the final thesis. This will provide you with a fantastic chance to advance into higher management roles within your area of expertise. We accept a range of ...Read more

This Drama MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published Works curriculum offers a great way to advance your knowledge and research abilities if you have a degree in drama or a related field. You will be awarded a Level 8 qualification, which is the highest formal certification you may obtain in England, Wales, and Northern Ireland, upon successfully defending the final thesis. This will provide you with a fantastic chance to advance into higher management roles within your area of expertise. We accept a range of projects and provide supervision in many different disciplines. Learn more about the Art and Design Research Centre and the Centre for Cultural and Literary Studies.​

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61/279
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73rd
CUG Ranking
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119th
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17 Feb 15

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Entry requirements

You should normally have (or expect to be awarded) an undergraduate degree of at least upper second-class standard in a related area. International equivalent qualifications will also be considered Or We require a UK Masters degree (or equivalent international qualification) in a relevant subject, or relevant professional qualifications and relevant experience in an associated area.

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£5,700 per year

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£16,350 per year

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£16,350 per year

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Accommodation - 165 per week

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University of Northampton
University of Northampton , Northampton

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University of Northampton
Waterside Campus Northampton NN1 5PH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Northampton  0.6 miles away

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