Overview

This Cultural Studies programme offered by University of Gothenburg examines contemporary societal developments through interdisciplinary perspectives that explore collective practices, public engagement, identity formation, and civic participation. Research investigates how values, institutions, media, and everyday experiences shape communities and influence broader societal developments across different contexts.

Key Facts

The programme integrates conceptual exploration, advanced research training, scholarly discussion, and dissertation work. Doctoral candidates develop competence in critical inquiry, source evaluation, ethical scholarship, and academic dissemination while engaging with current intellectual discussions. Through independent projects, students generate original insights that contribute to understanding contemporary societal issues and interdisciplinary scholarship.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Compulsory course in research ethics at the Faculty of Humanities
Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Theory of Science and Research
Academic Writing
Research Practices
Critical Theory: Position and Practice
Contentious Issues in Cultural Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies.

Language

English

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göteborg, Sweden

Disciplines

Area & Cultural Studies View 6 other PhDs in Area & Cultural Studies in Sweden

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Second-cycle qualification, or at least 240 credits including 60 credits at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge.
30 credits in Cultural Studies at second-cycle level.
At least 15 credits must consist of an independent project.
Knowledge of Swedish and English sufficient to participate in compulsory courses, seminars, and related activities.
Equivalent qualifications obtained in Sweden or abroad may be accepted.

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Tuition Fees

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Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

PhD students do not pay tuition fees.

Living costs

Göteborg

Sweden

7552 - 13932 SEK / month

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