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Doctor of Philosophy (Faculty of Media and Communication), PhD, Bournemouth University (BU)

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Bournemouth University (BU)

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The award How you will study Study duration Course start Domestic course fees International course fees
PhDFull-time, Part-time3 - 7 yearsSeptember, January, AprilGBP 4863 per yearGBP 20000 per year

About Doctor of Philosophy (Faculty of Media and Communication), PhD - at Bournemouth University (BU)

From law, computer animation and media production to communication and journalism, our Faculty of Media & Communication offers many opportunities for doctoral of philosophy research across a wide range of specialisms.

The faculty hosts seven research centres: Centre for Excellence in Media Practice (CEMP), Narrative, Culture and Community Research Centre, Centre for Comparative Politics and Media Research, Centre for Intellectual Property Policy & Management (CIPPM), Experimental Media Research Centre (EMERGE), National Research Centre for Computer Animation, Centre for the Study of Conflict, Emotion and Social Justice.

The research strategy in the faculty is aligned with Bournemouth University’s 2025 vision and strategic plan; a plan that stresses real-world impact, the enrichment of society and the economy, and advancing knowledge to significantly influence challenges world-wide.

Research projects within the faculty have had a significant impact on a number of worldwide issues including digital and technological futures; The implications of 3D printing for Intellectual Property, Afterglow, The impact of digital technologies on readers and reading and global security; Tear gas, policing and human rights.

As well as conducting research within the faculty, we also work closely with colleagues from other specialisms through our research institutes and centresas well as with other universities, helping to deliver impactful and relevant research projects.

Notes about fees for this course

For fees and funding information, please visit https://www1.bournemouth.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/fees-funding-studentships

Entry requirements

An Honours degree at 2:1 or higher and/or a relevant Master's degree, or equivalent. If English is not your first language you'll need IELTS 6.5 (Academic) or above.

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