Program Overview

Program Overview

The PhD in Film and Screen Media is a research-based program that focuses on the writing of a major dissertation. The program is offered in both full-time and part-time modes.

Admission Criteria

To be eligible for consideration to enter the program, a candidate must normally have obtained a standard of at least Second Class Honours, Grade I, in a relevant Master's degree such as:

• Film Studies
• Communications/Media
• Art History
• Creative Writing
• English Literature
• Modern Languages/Cultures
• History

Program Structure

The PhD in Film and Screen Media is based on a program of study and research whose main focus is the writing of a major dissertation of no more than 80,000 words. Candidates will pursue a course of research, study, and personal and professional development as prescribed by their Supervisor(s).

Credit Requirements

PhD candidates undertake an equivalent student workload of 90 ECTS credits for each calendar year of full-time research, or proportional equivalent for part-time students. Students will complete a minimum of 270 credits (3 years, full-time) and a maximum of 360 credits, for consideration for the award of PhD.

Research Focus

The program's main focus is the writing of a major dissertation, with candidates pursuing a course of research, study, and personal and professional development as prescribed by their Supervisor(s).