Media and Cultural Studies - PhD
Birmingham City UniversityCity Centre, United Kingdom
Course overview
Our Media and Cultural Studies PhD research degree will help you achieve a career in media research or academia. The PhD enables research into a broad range of interests within the fields of media, communication and cultural studies. Your research will be delivered over three years (full time) or four years (part-time or distance learning)....
Key highlights
- Research across media, communication and cultural studies
- Prepares candidates for careers in media research or academia
- Distance learning option available alongside part-time study
Entry requirements
- Degree: 1st — Exceptional candidates without a Masters degree, but holding a first class Bachelors degree in media studies, may be considered.
Scholarships
Bowater Financial Assistance Award
Graduate Scholarship
20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Postgraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.
Up to £3,000
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer
- Postdoctoral researcher
- Media researcher
- Cultural policy analyst
- Audience research analyst
Cost of study
UK/Home: £5,238 in 2026/27 | International: £15,420 in 2026/27
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Birmingham City University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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