QS Rank:

771

Bournemouth University

Bournemouth
,United Kingdom

Program Name
PhD in Media and Communication
Overview


Total Tuition Fees
$80,000

Duration
48 Months

Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#904
US World and News Report
#351
The World University Rankings
#771
QS World University Rankings

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )

Intake
Winter ( Jan - Mar )

Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )
Class Profile

Class Size
25

Average Age
28

Average Work Experience
2 Years

Rentention Rate

90
Diversity
Others:
10%Northern Ireland:
5%England:
50%Scotland:
20%Wales:
10%Republic of Ireland:
5%Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Prospective Job Roles
Media Planner
Social Media Manager
Assistant Professor
Media Relations Officer
College Professor
Journalist
Communications Manager
Communications Specialist
consulatant
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Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include Media and Communication, Media Studies, Media Studies and Communication.

At least 3.3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

At least 16 years of bachelor degree.

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
6.5
Application Requirements
Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.
Transcript
Passport
Statement of Purpose
Resume
IELTS
Class 12 Marksheets
Academic LOR
Class 10 Marksheets
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
Final | |
---|---|
January | Oct 31, 2025 |
April | Jan 31, 2025 |
September | Jun 16, 2025 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$20,000 / year

Overall Cost
$35,000 / year
FAQs
- Students have access to state-of-the-art media production facilities, the Faculty of Media & Communication research centres, the University Library, dedicated PhD study spaces, research training workshops, and interdisciplinary seminars.
- Funding may be available through Bournemouth University studentships, Doctoral Training Alliances, research council funding, and external scholarships. Self-funded applicants are also welcome.
- Non-native English speakers are usually required to demonstrate proficiency, typically IELTS 6.5 overall (with at least 6.0 in each component) or an equivalent qualification.
- Key research areas include media theory and practice, digital communication, journalism, political communication, cultural studies, film and television studies, advertising, branding, media industries, communication policy, international media, and emerging digital technologies.
- The programme typically takes 3 to 4 years full-time or 6 to 7 years part-time.
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