PhD in Media and Cultural Studies

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Others:

10%

International:

10%

Others:

5%

Black or Black British:

10%

White British:

60%

Asian or Asian British:

10%

Mixed:

5%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Deloitte

Amazon

Microsoft

Apple

Facebook

Dell

Twitter

Pinterest

Tesla

Instagram

Meta

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$15,120 / year

Overall Cost

$30,120 / year

FAQs

• What career opportunities are available to graduates?
  
  Graduates often pursue careers in academia, cultural policy, media research, journalism, broadcasting, publishing, creative industries, communication consultancy, and roles in arts and cultural organisations.
• What facilities and resources are available for students?
  
  Students benefit from specialist media and cultural research centres, digital labs, the University Library, research training through the Doctoral Research College, departmental seminars, and opportunities to engage with the creative and cultural industries.
• What funding opportunities are available?
  
  Funding may be available through Birmingham City University scholarships, AHRC Midlands4Cities Doctoral Training Partnership, and external schemes. Self-funded students are also encouraged to apply.
• What research areas are available within this programme?
  
  Research areas include media and cultural theory, digital culture, media industries, television and film studies, journalism, popular culture, music and sound studies, global media, media audiences, cultural identities, and creative industries.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Media and Cultural Studies at Birmingham City University?
  
  The programme usually takes 3 to 4 years full-time or 4 to 7 years part-time.