The Department of Film Studies maintains a vibrant and comprehensive research programme in global film cultures, with staff expertise ranging from early cinema to digital media, from feminist cinema to film activism. It offers state-of-the-art facilities, including specially fitted seminar and screenings rooms, a 3D projector, virtual reality, and a collection of over 9,000 audio-visual works. The Department also maintains one of the most robust Film Studies PhD communities in the UK with approximately 15 students working on a range of exciting topics and hailing from five continents.The PhD programme offers three years of supervision on your own research project, culminating in a dissertation thesis. An additional continuation year with supervision is available in year four if needed.