MPhil/PhD Media (including by practice)
University of LincolnBrayford Pool, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Lincoln School of Film, Media and Journalism offers a collaborative environment in which to undertake research at doctoral level, whether by thesis, practice portfolio plus commentary, or by publication. Students are able to engage in a structured programme of training to develop practical and critical skills, while benefiting from the School's research expertise spanning media and cultural studies, film and television, and media and heritage. An experienced supervisory team can offer support and guidance on research and/or practice, funding opportunities, attending conferences, exhibitions and screening, and publishing or exhibiting work in recognised journals and at events.
A vibrant research community exists at the School where regular research seminars take place, offering students the opportunity for further development.
Key highlights
- Research by thesis, practice portfolio with commentary, or publication
- Structured training programme developing practical and critical research skills
- Expertise spans media and cultural studies, film, television and heritage
- Supervisory support with funding, conferences, exhibitions and screenings
- Guidance on publishing or exhibiting work in recognised journals and events
- Regular research seminars within an active research community
Entry requirements
- International qualifications — Overseas students will be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.5 overall, with a minimum of 6.0 in each element. For information regarding other English language qualifications we accept, please visit the English Requirements page https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/ . I…
Scholarships
Chevening Scholarships
Global Postgraduate Scholarship
The Global Postgraduate Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount in the first year of their studies.
Up to £2,000International Alumni Scholarship
The International Alumni Scholarship is valued at £2,000 and will be awarded to eligible students as a tuition fee discount for the first year of a postgraduate taught or postgraduate research programme.
Up to £2,000Lincoln Alumni MSc School of Health and Social Care Scholarship
£1000 will be paid directly to the student for each year of study for each completed academic year of study, with part-time students eligible for a pro-rata payment.
Up to £1,000
Careers this course leads to
- University lecturer in media studies
- Postdoctoral researcher
- Media practitioner or filmmaker
- Heritage and cultural sector researcher
- Media consultant
- Arts and media policy analyst
Cost of study
International: £18,900 per year
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 University of Lincoln, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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