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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
FEB-26
4 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
FEB-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Full Time
SEP-26
4 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
SEP-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
FEB-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Part Time
MAY-26
6 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of West London - (UWL)
Online
MAY-26
4 Years
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The London School of Film, Media and Design offers a PhD focused on Film Studies by individual research within the areas of expertise of the School’s teaching staff. Staff can offer supervision in a range of areas including:film theoryfilm and philosophyadaptation from page to screenpornographygenre-based topicsthe work of specific film directorsThe School can offer expert supervision by established researchers and hosts a growing community of outstanding doctoral researchers in the field of Film Studies and cognate areas. We can support either a thesis or thesis and practice-based PhD in Film Studies.We are currently seeking applications for PhDs in the following broad areas:adaptation studiesgenre studiesfilm theoryfilm and philosophyscreen studiesfilm in gallery and museum contextstelevisionfilm and photographythinking the image
The minimum entry requirements for a research degree are:
a good first degree (First Class or Upper Second Class), or equivalent qualification in a relevant field
a Masters Degree (MA, MSc, MBA or MRes) with Merit, or equivalent postgraduate or research experience.
We look for individuals with:
dedication to undertaking rigorous and meaningful research
enthusiasm for contributing to academic and creative practice
a genuine passion for their chosen subject area.
Applicants should also submit a well-considered and persuasive research proposal, clearly outlining their aims, context, and potential contribution to the field.
Students living in
Domestic
£4,900 per year
Students from Domestic
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£16,000 per year
Students from EU
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£16,000 per year
Students from International
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