Overview
Students in Journalism, Media and Communication programme at University of Strathclyde are expected to undertake research which results in a thesis that contributes to the wider literature and/or practice in the field, thereby making an original contribution to current knowledge.
Students can also expect to contribute to the vibrant research culture in the subject, including research seminars, the MediaComm Jam and the Graduate School research student network.
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Research
Journalism, Media and Communication is an interdisciplinary research area within the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences. We regularly work in conjunction with colleagues from Government & Public Policy, Social Policy, Psychology, Modern Languages, English, History, Psychology, Marketing, and others.
Programme Structure
A PhD in JMC at Strathclyde may incorporate more than one of the following areas:- using theoretical perspectives from the areas of media and communication to advance knowledge in associated areas
- undertaking the critical study of the media, communication or journalism industries, and their practices and policies
- studying intersecting in/equalities in history, culture and/or society as they relate to journalism, media and communication
- advancing understanding of the consumption of media and communication and how that affects individuals, communities or the media industry
- assessing and evaluating approaches developed in and across different disciplinary traditions
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
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Disciplines
Communication Studies Journalism Media Studies & Mass Media View 18 other PhDs in Communication Studies in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
During the application you'll be asked for the following:
- your full contact details
- transcripts and certificates of all degrees
- proof of English language proficiency if English isn't your first language
- two references, one of which must be academic
- funding or scholarship information
- research proposal of 250 to 1,000 words in length, detailing the subject area and topic to be investigated
Tuition Fee
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International
16050 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 16050 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Glasgow
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Journalism, Media and Communication.
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