PhD Digital Culture and Communication
Course overview
The PhD Digital Culture and Communication at Birkbeck University, London, initially registered as an MPhil, welcomes proposals on the digitally mediated aspects of aesthetics, politics, everyday life, and the human condition. Students will produce a significant research thesis, which must not exceed 100,000 words, for the final PhD award after successfully upgrading from MPhil status.
Students conduct their research in a highly stimulating, interdisciplinary environment with academic specialists. Learning involves regular supervisory meetings, conferences, and training sessions at the Birkbeck Graduate Research School. The final assessment is by a viva voce examination, and the programme offers both practice-based and conventional thesis options.
Entry requirements
Prospective students must first check the entry requirements and identify a potential academic supervisor whose research interests align with their own. The application requires candidates to submit a 2,000-word research proposal outlining their specific research questions and how they will generate new knowledge. Following the formal application, suitable candidates who meet the criteria will be invited for an interview. While an undergraduate degree might be acceptable depending on experience, candidates are generally advised to apply after completing a good MA degree.
Grade Requirements:
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Candidates should have a good degree in relevant fields such as media and communication studies, cultural studies, or other related areas in the social sciences, humanities, or computer science.
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Other International qualifications equivalent are also accepted.
English Proficiency:
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Candidates need to score at least 7.0 overall in the IELTS test, with a minimum of 6.0 in any other component.
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Other English language test scores, such as PTE Academic and TOEFL IBT, are accepted, amongst others.
Career opportunities
Graduates of the PhD Digital Culture and Communication from Birkbeck University, London can work as:
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Academic Researcher
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University Lecturer
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Cultural Policy and Management Professional
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Media Reform Specialist
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Digital Content Strategist
Cost of study
The international students’ tuition fee for the PhD Digital Culture and Communication at Birkbeck University, London is £15,570. Note that this tuition fee is subject to change.
Admission
Admission to the PhD Social Psychology programme is made through the university’s application system. If you need further assistance, we at AHZ can assist you with your application process.
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