Film and Television Studies PhD
University of Nottingham
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University Park Campus

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Part Time

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SEP-25

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Duration

6 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University Park Campus

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SEP-25

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6 years

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Research overviewWe welcomes applicants interested in a range of topics across the film and television studies programme. Our academic staff are active researchers and experienced supervisors of PhD students.Research specialismsWe are leaders in the field, with specialisms in:••US film and television•Hollywood studies•East Asian and global cinema•new media, industrial and audience analysis•film and television historyCareersWhether you are considering a career in academia, industry or havent yet ...Read more

Research overview

We welcomes applicants interested in a range of topics across the film and television studies programme. Our academic staff are active researchers and experienced supervisors of PhD students.

Research specialisms

We are leaders in the field, with specialisms in:

  • US film and television
  • Hollywood studies
  • East Asian and global cinema
  • new media, industrial and audience analysis
  • film and television history

Careers

Whether you are considering a career in academia, industry or haven't yet decided,

  • we’re here to support you every step of the way.
  • Expert staff will work with you to explore PhD career options and apply for vacancies, develop your interview skills and meet employers. You can book a one-to-one appointment, take an online course or attend a workshop.

    International students who complete an eligible degree programme in the UK on a student visa can apply to stay and work in the UK after their course under the

  • Graduate immigration route
  • . Eligible courses at the University of Nottingham include bachelors, masters and research degrees, and PGCE courses.

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    28 Jan 23

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    Entry requirements

    2:1 (or international equivalent) in an arts, humanities or social science subject. We would usually expect you to hold, or be working towards, a masters degree in a relevant subject.

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    This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)

    Full time fee: £5,350 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year.

    Students from EU

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    Full time fee: £23,000 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year.

    Students from International

    The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

    Full time fee: £23,000 per year. If you are studying part-time, you will be charged a proportion of this fee each year.

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    University of Nottingham
    University of Nottingham , Nottingham

    The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution with a long and distinguished heritage in education....

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