Film Studies with Audio-Visual PhD

Study Discipline: Arts & Humanities
Study Programme Details
City:Birmingham
Country: United Kingdom
Admission Sessions:Autumn Session, Spring Session
Study Format: Full Time, Part Time
Mode of Study: Fully on Site

Programme Type

PhD / Doctorate

Duration

36 Months

Scholarship Available

Yes

Language

English

About this Study Course

Our Film Studies with Audio-Visual PhD at the University of Birmingham offers a unique opportunity to blend academic rigor with creative practice. This program enables you to make a significant original contribution to the field through both film production and a written thesis. Leveraging the expertise of our faculty in the Department of Film and Creative Writing, you’ll explore the synergies between theory and practice, positioning yourself at the forefront of contemporary film studies. As the digital landscape evolves, our program adapts, preparing you for the future possibilities in filmmaking, multimedia storytelling, and scholarly research.

 

Overview

In our Film Studies with Audio-Visual PhD program, you’ll collaborate with supervisors and technicians to create a compelling hour-long documentary as part of your research. This film will be complemented by a 30,000-word written thesis, offering a comprehensive exploration of your chosen topic. This unique combination of practical and theoretical skills prepares you for diverse careers in the screen industries, academia, and beyond. Unlike traditional PhD programs that focus solely on written work, this practice-based research emphasizes developing an audio-visual methodology that is coherent, cogent, and ethically sound. This approach ensures that your work is not only academically robust but also relevant to the current and future landscape of film and media.

 

Admission Requirements

  • A 2:1 Honours degree in a relevant subject.
  • A Master’s qualification at Merit level or above in a relevant area.
  • English language proficiency:
    • IELTS: 6.5 overall, with no less than 6.0 in any band.
    • TOEFL: 88 overall, with no less than 21 in Reading, 21 in Listening, 22 in Speaking, and 21 in Writing.
    • Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 59 in all four skills.
    • Cambridge English: Advanced – minimum overall score of 176, with no less than 169 in any component.
  • For distance learning applicants, proof of adequate facilities, time, commitment, and experience is required.
  • International students need to demonstrate equivalent qualifications and may need to enrol in the English for Academic Purposes Presessional Course if language requirements are not initially met.

 

  • Film Production Techniques
  • Research Methods in Film Studies
  • Documentary Filmmaking
  • Audio-Visual Methodologies
  • Advanced Film Theory
  • Thesis Development and Defense

 

UK: £4,786 full-time; £2,393 part-time
International: £21,840 full-time

Future Career Outcomes

Our graduates have gone on to achieve notable success in various fields. Alumni have directed acclaimed documentaries, secured academic positions at prestigious universities, and contributed to innovative multimedia projects. The demand for professionals who can bridge the gap between theory and practice in film and media continues to grow, and our program equips you with the skills and knowledge needed to excel in this dynamic industry. By developing both your creative and analytical capabilities, you will be well-prepared to navigate and influence the evolving job market.

 

Visa Requirements:

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