PhD Film

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PhD Film

Location | University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield

• Key information Location University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
• University of Hertfordshire, Hatfield
• Entry requirements Normally, we require applicants for PhD study to be in possession of a good honours degree (2:1 or above), and a Master's degree, in a relevant discipline. IELTS entry requirement is normally 6.5 or equivalent for overseas students. How to apply Before making your formal application, please acquaint yourself with the research expertise of our staff to establish whether there may be an appropriate supervisor for the research project you would like to undertake. We recommend that you contact us to discuss your proposed research with the appropriate member of staff, and/or the Research Tutor, Dr. Saskia Kersten s.kersten@herts.ac.uk . Please include an outline research proposal with your application. Members of academic staff will advise on the length and scope of the proposal. Download an application form . Applications should be returned to doctoralcollegeadmissions@herts.ac.uk . Find out more information about fees for research degrees .

About the course

We welcome applications from postgraduate students interested in pursuing innovative research into Film and Television from a broad range of perspectives. Our members of staff can offer supervision on a wide range of potential research projects. Our team offers particular expertise in topics that explore film and television form a religious and/or philosophical angle, or approaches from Cultural Studies; Gender Studies and Psychoanalysis. More details on our expertise can be found on our research group site .

A PhD in Film can be taken full-time (up to 4 years) or part-time (up to 7 years).

It is based on the research and completion of a research project in any field within these subject areas for which expert supervision can be provided. The resulting thesis, which should typically be around 80,000 words in length, is defended in a viva voce (oral examination) led by an external examiner.

Find out more about our film staff and areas of research .

What’s next for my career?

• You will be able to develop a substantial, original research project with the help and support of academics who are active researchers themselves.
• You will acquire extensive subject expertise and independent research skills, honed over an extended period.
• You will join a thriving School of Creative Arts and become part of a burgeoning research culture. As a postgraduate student, you are invited to attend and participate in regular research seminars and conferences.
• All our students are encouraged to present work at national and international conferences and to submit their research for publication.

2026

Start Date | End Date | Year | Location | Link

01/02/2027 | 31/07/2027 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Full Time)

01/02/2027 | 31/07/2027 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Part Time)

2027

Start Date | End Date | Year | Location | Link

01/10/2027 | 31/07/2028 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Full Time)

01/02/2028 | 31/07/2028 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Full Time)

01/10/2027 | 31/07/2028 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Part Time)

01/02/2028 | 31/07/2028 | 1 | UH Hatfield Campus | Apply online (Part Time)

Course fees

• Research degree fees for UK and EU students
• Research degree fees for international students

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