PhD in Theatre and Film Studies
Masaryk University
Brno, Czech Republic
PhD in Theatre and Film Studies
The aim of the study programme is a systematic preparation for academic and scientific work in academic and research institutions and universities or in the broader field of humanities, and also expert praxis in cultural institutions, creative industries, media etc.
The study programme has two orientations
1) Drama and Performativity – focuses on the theory and history of theatre and drama (including production modes)
2) Audiovisual Culture and Society – focuses on theory and history of film and audiovisual culture, including production modes and institutions, cultural effects, and reception.
4 years
Public institution
Information regarding the funding resources may be available on the website. PhD students are required to pay an annual tax.
The doctoral degree is awarded following the successful completion of the final examination, which involves an oral defense of the candidate’s dissertation.
The study programme is highly specialized and individualized, focused on scientific work and tailored to the needs of individual dissertation projects. The study plan consists of a set of dissertation seminars, leading to the completion of the thesis. The system of dissertation seminars is supported by a series of type A/required as well as type B/selective and type C/selective courses (including lectures in English, practical training, or an internship abroad).
Practical experience is important part of doctoral programme. Students – according their specialisation – can join research project at the departments, take part in teaching (first as assistents and later provide courses on their own), and co-operate on other academic or organisational tasks.
Study programme also includes abroad intership (minimal length of stay 1 month) and internship in practical field in research institution or cultural industries (minimal lenght of stay 30days).
All the information regarding the application process (dates, vacancies, necessary documents and form of submission of the application) can be consulted on the website. https://www.muni.cz/en/admissions/phd-studies/how-to-apply
Second Level Academic Diploma or Master’s Degree
Doctoral degree in full-time or combined form. The language of instruction is Czech.
More info about the programme, research focus of the departments and individual teachers is provided on web pages ofDepartment of Theatre Studies https://divadlo.phil.muni.cz/and Department of Film and Audio-visual Culture https://fav.phil.muni.cz/