University of Portsmouth

PhD Digital and creative technologies postgraduate research degrees

University of Portsmouth

Course overview

The University of Portsmouth PhD Digital and Creative Technologies Postgraduate Research Degrees is a research-focused programme, where students research in areas such as animation, visual effects (VFX), cross reality (XR), user experience (UX), computer and video games, visual computing, and music technology using advanced equipment in studios and labs with students supervised by an expert team, benefitting from support from the Graduate School and participation in training, workshops and research seminars.

This course runs for three years full-time or six years part‑time. Students get professional development support from the Doctoral College. You can apply for a funded research project, work on a self-funded one, or propose your original research idea with guidance from the university.

Entry requirements

Candidates for the PhD Digital and Creative Technologies Postgraduate Research Degrees at the University of Portsmouth must submit a personal statement that states their reasons for applying for this programme and relevant experiences. An academic or employer reference is also required, and applicants have the option of submitting their CV to show their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need an upper second‑class honours degree (2:1) or equivalent in a relevant subject, or a master’s degree in an appropriate area.
  • Applicants with relevant professional experience or qualifications may be accepted.

English Proficiency:

  • Candidates who do not have an English-speaking background need an IELTS score of 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each section.
  • An approved equivalent, such as TOEFL or Pearson PTE, is accepted.

Scholarships

  • Chancellor's Global Academic Merit Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £5,000 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £5,000

  • Chevening Scholarship

  • GREAT Scholarships

    The scholarship programme offers financial support of a minimum of £10,000 to students pursuing one-year postgraduate study in the UK.

    Up to £10,000

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

  • Sport Scholarships

    Please contact the provider

  • Vice Chancellor's Global Development Scholarship

    This scholarship will take the form of a £2,500 fee reduction that will apply to your first year of study.

    Up to £2,500

Career opportunities

Graduates of the PhD Digital and Creative Technologies Postgraduate Research Degrees from the University of Portsmouth are prepared for roles such as:

  • Academic Researcher
  • Games Developer
  • VFX Specialist
  • XR Designer
  • Graphics Hardware Developer

Cost of study

International students of PhD Digital and Creative Technologies Postgraduate Research Degrees in the University of Portsmouth pay the sum of £16,200 per year. Fees are subject to annual change.

Admission

The University of Portsmouth PhD Digital and Creative Technologies Postgraduate Research Degrees applicants should visit the school's application portal to apply. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors for guidance.

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