Film studies PhD
University of Southampton
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Our research at Southampton links national and global identities in cinema and television. We study historical approaches to cinema industries and audiences, along with the theory behind audio-visual aesthetics and their relationship with audiences.You can explore a range of different research interests, with activities including national and international collaborative projects, major conferences and world-renowned publications.Most of our staff are active researchers with a strong profile of ...Read more

Our research at Southampton links national and global identities in cinema and television. We study historical approaches to cinema industries and audiences, along with the theory behind audio-visual aesthetics and their relationship with audiences.

You can explore a range of different research interests, with activities including national and international collaborative projects, major conferences and world-renowned publications.

Most of our staff are active researchers with a strong profile of critically acclaimed research publications. We see teaching and research as closely related and aim to offer our students first-hand access to recent discoveries, new ideas, and current debates in film.

In addition to more traditional research areas, we have expanded our focus to include: speaking, hosting and judging at film festivals DVD commentaries legal consultancies live music performances to films writing blogs appearing as experts on television documentaries Main areas of research.

Our researchers generally focus on one of these areas: National, transnational and global identities in cinema and television Historical approaches to cinema industries and audiences Film theory and audiovisual aesthetics.

Assessment methods (Outcome qualification level)

Progression reviews at fixed points during candidature, thesis and viva voce (oral exam).

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83/101
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19th
CUG Ranking
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Source: Complete University Guide 2025
20th
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28 Oct 24

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jamie
23 Feb 24

so far, the best aspect has been the engagingness of the modules and the quality of their delivery. i've had no major issues, so no particular 'worst'..Read more

Entry requirements

You’ll need to have a 2:1 Honours undergraduate degree or equivalent qualification, in a related subject area.

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£4,786 per year

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2024 to 2025 entry: £4,786. There may be a slight increase in the fee for 2025/26 entry.

£19,620 per year

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£19,620 per year

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University of Southampton
University of Southampton , Southampton

The University of Southampton boasts a rich legacy of excellence in education, combining over a century of heritage and tradition...

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University of Southampton
Avenue Campus Highfield Southampton SO17 1BF United Kingdom
Nearest train station: St Denys  0.6 miles away

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