PhD in Journalism and Communication

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

Asia:

3%

North America:

4%

Africa:

1%

Others:

5%

EU:

12%

UK:

66%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

KPMG

Google

Amazon

Microsoft

Facebook

Dell

Twitter

Instagram

Meta

Wipro

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$15,570 / year

Overall Cost

$30,570 / year

FAQs

• How is progress assessed?
  
  Students first register as MPhil candidates, then upgrade to PhD status after demonstrating satisfactory progress. The final assessment is submission of a thesis (up to 100,000 words) and a viva voce examination.
• What facilities and resources are provided to students?
  
  Students benefit from the University of London’s libraries (including Senate House Library), access to Birkbeck’s Research Centres in media and communication, training via the Birkbeck Graduate Research School, departmental seminars, and opportunities to present at conferences and workshops.
• Are there funding opportunities for this programme?
  
  Yes. Funding is available through Birkbeck Postgraduate Research Scholarships, Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) via the CHASE Doctoral Training Partnership, and external funding schemes.
• When are the start dates and application deadlines?
  
  Students can usually start in October, January, or April. Applications are accepted throughout the year, though early application is recommended for those seeking funding.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Research areas include journalism history and practice, political communication, media ethics and law, global media systems, communication theory, digital and social media, news audiences, cultural industries, and the role of journalism in democracy.
• What is the duration of the MPhil/PhD in Journalism and Communication at Birkbeck?
  
  The programme normally takes 3 to 4 years full-time, or 5 to 7 years part-time.