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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
JAN-27
3 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
JAN-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
OCT-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
APR-27
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
JAN-27
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Full Time
APR-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Part Time
OCT-26
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Part Time
APR-27
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Part Time
APR-26
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Part Time
JAN-27
5 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Kent
Part Time
JAN-26
5 Years
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Film at Kent is known for its dynamic and inclusive research community. Whether you are interested in theories, histories or aesthetics of film and digital media, we have the academic expertise to support your research. Overview: With access to specialist supervision, excellent resources and a vibrant research community, your time at Kent will be enjoyable and stimulating. You conduct original research under the guidance of a team of specialist supervisors. We welcome enquiries on any topic, and provide you with excellent research resources to enable you to complete your research. You produce a piece of film practice, which may be a digital film, a screenplay, a series of exploratory audio-visual works, audio-visual documentation of creative processes relating to film or a combination of these, and a written thesis of up to 40,000 words. You will have a minimum of two supervisors who support and guide you through your academic and professional development throughout your studies. You meet regularly with your supervisors, who not only supervise your research project but help you to identify parts of your research and development where you may require further training or support. A series of reviews take place throughout your studies in order to ensure that your research project stays on track and that you have all the necessary support and resources required to successfully complete it.Duration:3 to 4 years full-time
An MA in a relevant humanities subject. In certain circumstances, the School will consider candidates who have not followed a conventional education path or who may have relevant experience in the industry. These cases are assessed individually by the Director of Graduate Studies or the Director of the relevant Research Group. All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,000 per year
Students from Domestic
Tuition fee is £10,000 per year. Please note this fee is for 2025/26 and subject to change in the next intake.
£19,300 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£19,300 per year
Students from International
Tuition fee is £19,300 per year. Please note this fee is for 2025/26 and subject to change in the next intake.
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