Film: Practice as Research - PhD
University of Kent
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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, ...Read more

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

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Melina
23 Jan 24

A large range of people from different backgrounds. Meeting different people and learning from them. Campus location is also beautiful..Read more

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Selby
23 Jan 24

It's a great location, very beautiful, and it feels very relaxed. It didn't take long for me to find where everything is. I do struggle with not seeing my friends as much...Read more

Entry requirements

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.

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£10,000 per year

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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

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£19,300 per year

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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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Melina
23 Jan 24
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A large range of people from different backgrounds. Meeting different people and learning from them. Campus location is also beautiful...
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Selby
23 Jan 24
Film - BA (Hons)
It's a great location, very beautiful, and it feels very relaxed. It didn't take long for me to find where everything is. I do struggle with not seeing my friends as much....
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University of Kent
University of Kent , Canterbury

The University of Kent is an internationally renowned institution located in Canterbury and offers an impressive portfolio of...

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