Overview

CCMS staff are internationally recognised scholars, and our postgraduate programmes reflect our interdisciplinary and international research culture which draws on media studies, television studies, film studies, cultural studies, history, and health communication.

Features

All of our graduate programmes prepare you for a wide range of future careers. The independent thinking, creative approach to problem solving, and analytical and presentation skills you will develop are valuable in many job roles.

Culture, Communication and Media Studies graduates from University of Kwazulu Natal typically find employment in a wide range of professions, including Non-Government or Community-Based Organisations, Film Industry, TV and Radio broadcasting, Marketing & Market Research, Journalism, and Community Development.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Media theory

Cultural studies in practice

Media in the global world

South african mediascapes, social change & health communication

Research methodology for media and cultural studies

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Durban, South Africa

Disciplines

Media Studies & Mass Media View 4 other PhDs in Media Studies & Mass Media in South Africa

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications will only be considered if applicants provide UKZN with an evaluation document from South African Qualification Authority (SAQA) stating that their post schools qualifications are equivalent to the South African requirements for admission to postgraduate studies.

Evaluation documents must be enclosed with your applications or submitted as soon as available.

Official translations must be submitted if certificates are not in English.

Note the level of performance required for postgraduate studies. Consult English Requirements.

Selection procedures differ within Schools/Colleges. Please contact the number provided in the Postgraduate Application Guide to obtain the required information for the programme you which to apply for.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

4600 ZAR / year

≈ 4600 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

4600 ZAR / year

≈ 4600 ZAR / year

Living costs

Durban

South Africa

7800 - 9401 ZAR / month

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 Culture, Communication and Media Studies.

Available Scholarships

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