Media communications PhD

Doctoral research in media and communication studies brings students into a multi-faceted and internationally vibrant research area that has an increasingly vital importance to contemporary society. Research in media and communications examines the ways in which our social, cultural and political lives are represented and influenced through all types of media and mediated discourse. We welcome applications for PhDs focused on, for example, social media and digital media cultures as well as traditional media and the changing landscape of media industries and cultural production. The University of Brighton fosters a thriving community of theorists and practitioners in the development of new knowledge around media cultures, technologies and practices. Our researchers develop inter-disciplinary projects with networks across the university and with external partners and wider media industries, using theoretical, practical and creative research to better understand the fabric of modern societal experience in terms of its communications and media.

The entry requirements for the PhD are:a recognised Masters degree with a significant research component or similar qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevantor substantial appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment. An application made by someone with this experience will be considered on its merits and will normally require independent academic referencesor, unless a school exercises their right to specify more stringent entry requirements, we may consider a first or upper second honours degree or other qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant.