Media and Creative Industries PhD
Loughborough University
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Loughborough University London

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FEB-27

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The Institute for Creative Futures is an innovative hub that merges the cutting-edge fields of design innovation and creative technologies. Combining expertise and forward-thinking approaches in design innovation, media and the creative industries, The Institute brings together diverse disciplines to tackle contemporary global challenges. We are dedicated to exploring how design innovation and creative technologies can drive social, cultural, and economic transformation and equip the next ...Read more

The Institute for Creative Futures is an innovative hub that merges the cutting-edge fields of design innovation and creative technologies. Combining expertise and forward-thinking approaches in design innovation, media and the creative industries, The Institute brings together diverse disciplines to tackle contemporary global challenges. We are dedicated to exploring how design innovation and creative technologies can drive social, cultural, and economic transformation and equip the next generation of leaders with the skills knowledge and expertise needed to shape the future of the creative industries.We are a vibrant, enthusiastic, and forward-thinking community, where world-leading academics and talented students work closely together to research world leading inventions. We foster a culture of experimentation and interdisciplinary collaboration to drive real-world impact.By pursuing one of our postgraduate research programmes, research students will have the opportunity to work with top researchers and industry leaders and gain first-hand experience of real-life problem-solving.

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Lola
28 Apr 26

Loughborough is very accessible and has lots to offer solely on the campus, luckily it’s only a short walk into town for more as well! I do think some sort of student bus card for..Read more

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Georgia
17 Feb 26

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification).

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£5,006 per year

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£22,360 per year

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Lola
28 Apr 26
Media and Communication
Loughborough is very accessible and has lots to offer solely on the campus, luckily it’s only a short walk into town for more as well! I do think some sort of student bus card for...
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Georgia
17 Feb 26
Media and Communication
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Loughborough University
3 Lesney Avenue, The Broadcast Centre Here East, Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park London Greater London E20 3BS United Kingdom
Nearest tube station: Pudding Mill Lane  0.6 miles away Nearest train station: Hackney Wick  0.2 miles away
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