PhD Drama
University of Lincoln
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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3 years

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While studying for an PhD, students have the chance to undertake independent research in an area of their choice, supervised and supported by a team of academics. A range of training opportunities enables the development of key research skills.The School of Fine and Performing Arts boasts extensive research expertise in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance studies where a team of academics offer continued supervision and support throughout. Areas of specialism include playwriting, ...Read more

While studying for an PhD, students have the chance to undertake independent research in an area of their choice, supervised and supported by a team of academics. A range of training opportunities enables the development of key research skills.

The School of Fine and Performing Arts boasts extensive research expertise in the fields of drama, theatre, and performance studies where a team of academics offer continued supervision and support throughout. Areas of specialism include playwriting, dramaturgy, scenography, musical theatre, Asian performance, intermediality, and historiography, as well as practice as research and practice-based research.

Research students are invited to join one of the School's thriving research groups - Contemporary Theatre-Making, (Re) Constructing Musics and Intercultural Performance - and participate in the Critical Encounters Research Series alongside academic staff and other postgraduate students. Students will also be encouraged to present their work at national and international conferences and to publish their findings.

How You Study

Progression points throughout the programme (Confirmation of Studies, Annual Monitoring Review and Transfer) allow students to present their work to colleagues within the School. These are opportunities to ensure that the programme of research is on track and meets the required standards.

How You Are Assessed

Students completing a practice-based PhD will be required to produce a substantial body of performance or creative work and a thesis of between 25,00040,000 words.

Career and Personal Development

An PhD may enhance and progress careers in performing arts and can open up opportunities at senior levels in direction, production, management, and education. It can be the starting point for an academic career, and graduates may choose to go on to professional research or teaching in higher education institutions.

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WUSCA ranking:
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3/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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42nd
CUG Ranking
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48th
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Entry requirements

Students need to have a first or upper second class honours degree and a Master’s degree.

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£4,830 per year

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Thesis Pending fee: £2,292

£17,700 per year

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£17,700 per year

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Students from International

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Thesis Pending fee: £2,292

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University of Lincoln
Brayford Pool Lincoln Lincolnshire LN6 7TS United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Lincoln Central  0.3 miles away

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