PhD in Film, Theatre and Music – Staffordshire University

Institution providing the doctoral degree

Staffordshire University

Location

Stoke on Trent, Stafford and London | England, United Kingdom

Name of PHD

PhD in Film, Theatre and Music

Research Clusters

Performing Arts – Drama and Theatre Studies, Dance and Ballet, Performative Practices (Theory and/or Practice)
Multimedia Arts, Audio-visual Techniques and Media Production
Film Studies
Musical and Vocal Performance
Theory, Analysis and Musical Composition
Musicology and Musical Heritage
Music and Media
Other fields

Duration

3 to 4 years full-time, 5 to 6 years part-time.

Public / Private institution

Public University

Financial terms of the PHD position

Self-funded PhD – you must provide both tuition and your own maintenance
PhD Fully or partially externally funded, with a stipend, through private or public foundations, scholarships, grants, one or more companies, or public institutions that you have to find on your own

It is important to know that many universities offer different funding options and public and private grants available to students who match the application criteria. Before applying, it is a good idea to check the institutions’ websites and inquire about the options available to you.

Many universities require applicants to pay fees such as matriculation or dissertation fees, even if they offer a fully funded programme with or without a stipend.

Fees:
https://www.staffs.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate/home

Funding resources:
https://www.staffs.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate/home

Final output

You can find in detail info about the submission of the thesis and the research degree examination at the following link: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/students/course-administration/academic-policies-and-regulations/postgraduate-research-regulations?utm_

How to apply

How to apply: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-research/how-to-apply

Entry requirements

Normally a minimum of 2:1 in undergraduate degree and masters-level qualification or equivalent professional experience, to be evaluated based on the application form, research proposal and interview.

In addition, applicants for creative arts or practice-based research degrees may also be asked to provide a portfolio to be assessed as part of the selection process.

International students The standard minimum IELTS Academic requirement is 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each band. Some disciplines may require a higher IELTS score in line with professional and regulatory requirements. Some International students are also required to meet UKVI requirements for the appropriate study visa. A valid ATAS certificate (where required) must be secured as a prerequisite to enrolment.