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PhD of Film: Practice as Research

Canterbury, United Kingdom
3 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Film: Practice as Research is a 3-year full-time doctoral programme at Kent's Canterbury campus covering practice-as-research doctoral work in film.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (3 years): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Design and carry out independent research in Film: Practice as Research. Evaluate relevant scholarly literature and communicate research findings. Relevant syllabus content includes: 3-year full-time research degree (a PhD thesis) in Film: Practice as Research.

Career outcomes

Museum positions
Teaching
Film journalist
Theatre technician
Film production
Editorial assistant
Web designer
Arts
Culture and heritage organisations

Curriculum

3-year full-time research degree (a PhD thesis) in Film: Practice as Research. Students work with a supervisory team of usually two academics
Receive research-skills training and join School research events. The page lists no fixed module titles.

Entry requirements

Academic

Typical offer (course page): MA degree.

Accepted academic background

Bachelor degree with 2.1 or equivalent, Or master's degree, Supervisor contact recommended

Language tests

IELTS 6.0
PTE Academic 63
TOEFL iBT 4
Oxford Test of English 118
Duolingo 110

Documents you’ll need

Academic Transcripts
Academic References
Research Proposal
Identification Document

How to apply

Check requirements: research deadline 2 July 2027 for September 2027. No fixed closing date
Apply at least three months ahead and contact potential supervisors first. Apply online via 'Apply now' on the course page (Kent Vision). No application fee. Provide previous studies
A 1
000-3
000 word research proposal
Two academic referees
English evidence and ID. Complete the CAS Shield interview if asked. Accept the offer and pay the deposit via the e-store or Flywire. Receive the CAS and apply for the UK Student visa with proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year	£23,950 GBP
Application fee	£0 GBP
Deposit	_

Program details

Campus	Canterbury
Faculty or school	School of Arts and Architecture
Department	_
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	3 years
Scholarship note	Students may be considered for available scholarships or funding if they meet the relevant award criteria, Availability and eligibility should be confirmed with the institution.

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
2 Jul 2027
231 days left

Frequently asked questions

The program takes 3 years.