QS Rank:
472
University of Essex
Essex
,United Kingdom
Program Name
PhD in Journalism
Overview
Total Tuition Fees
$78,600
Duration
48 Months
Median Salary
$1,10,000
Ranking
#643
US World and News Report
#301
The World University Rankings
#472
QS World University Rankings
Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )
Intake
Summer ( July - Sept )
Class Profile
Class Size
25
Average Age
28
Average Work Experience
2 Years
Diversity
North America:
5%UK:
65%EU:
10%Others:
2%Asia:
10%South America:
2%Africa:
5%Career Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year
Prospective Job Roles
Media Planner
Assistant Professor
Content creator
Media Relations Officer
College Professor
Digital Content Creator
Journalist
consulatant
Top recruiters
Eligibility Criteria
Accepted fields include Journalism Studies , Journalism and Mass Communication, AI and Journalism .
At least 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
7
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.
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Transcript
Passport
Resume
Statement of Purpose
IELTS
Class 12 Marksheets
Academic LOR
Class 10 Marksheets
Professional LOR
Application Deadlines
| Final | |
|---|---|
| Fall | Aug 5, 2025 |
| Winter | Oct 29, 2025 |
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
$19,650 / year
Overall Cost
$34,650 / year
FAQs
- Students have access to the Albert Sloman Library, digital archives, journalism labs, specialist media software, research training through the University’s Doctoral School, and regular departmental seminars.
- The PhD has multiple entry points, usually in October, January, and April. Applications are accepted year-round, but funding deadlines vary.
- Funding may be available through the University of Essex Doctoral Scholarships, ESRC funding (via partnerships), and external scholarships. Self-funded students are also welcomed.
- Research areas include investigative journalism, political communication, data and digital journalism, global media, human rights reporting, conflict and war reporting, media and democracy, journalistic ethics, freedom of the press, and the impact of new technologies on journalism.
- The PhD usually takes 3 to 4 years full-time, or 6 to 7 years part-time.
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