Film, media and screen studies
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Why you should join us
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Doctoral students specialising in film, media and screen studies work alongside our academic staff. They are attached to our Screen Studies Network and, where relevant, to one of the more subject-specific research groups in the Department of English.
We have expertise in American, British and Hispanic cinema, gaming, genre studies (particularly horror and comedy), queer studies, representations of disability and screenwriting.
The Screen Studies Network is a vibrant research community dedicated to screen-based disciplines including film studies, media studies and screenwriting.
Qualifications you can study
You can do a research degree on campus or remotely through distance learning. Choose from one of these programmes:
- PhD Media — three years full-time, six years part-time
Find out about the research degrees we offer.
Start dates
Most of our postgraduate researchers enrol in October. You can also join us in January and April.
Application information
Entry requirements
To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification.
International postgraduate researchers must have strong English language skills.
We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.
Find out more about our standard entry requirements.
Scholarships, fees and funding
Contact information
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About this subject
For an initial discussion, contact Dr Andrew Moor, the research degrees co-ordinator for film, media and screen studies at a.moor@mmu.ac.uk.
General admissions
For further information on the application process, contact the admissions team at pgradmissions@mmu.ac.uk.