Media and Cultural Studies MPhil, PhD at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Gain access to a wide range of professional and academic opportunities including regional, national and global links with creative and cultural industries. Join us for an MPhil or PhD in Media and Cultural Studies. You'll become part of the media and cultural studies team and contribute to a vibrant learning community.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of Arts and Cultures | Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027; January 2028 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree or higher (or international equivalent), in a related subject (see examples below). PhD applicants also require a Master's degree at Merit standard or higher (or international equivalent). Cultural studies Communication studies Media studies Sociology Gender studies Related humanities and social sciences subjects We may ask you to attend an interview either in person, via telephone or Skype. English language: IELTS 7 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in all sub-skills).

International applicants: GBP 25,250 a year (2027/28). MPhil full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027; January 2028

Duration: MPhil full time: 1 year; MPhil part time: 2 years; PhD full time: 3 years; PhD part time: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/8834f-6/#how-to-apply

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