PhD in Digital Media

Class Profile

Class Size

25

Average Age

28

Average Work Experience

2 Years

Diversity

Yorkshire and The Humber:

15%

East Midlands:

10%

West Midlands:

5%

South East England:

4%

Others:

43%

North East England:

20%

London:

3%

Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation

$1,10,000 / year

Top recruiters

Accenture

Deloitte

KPMG

PwC

Apple

Facebook

Twitter

Pinterest

Instagram

Meta

Wipro

Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees

$20,000 / year

Overall Cost

$45,000 / year

FAQs

• What career opportunities are available for graduates?
  
  Graduates typically pursue academic careers, digital media research, roles in the creative industries, cultural institutions, gaming and technology sectors, media production, and consultancy in communication and digital culture.
• How is progress monitored and assessed?
  
  Students begin with MPhil registration, progress through annual reviews, and transfer to PhD status after demonstrating satisfactory progress. The final award is based on submission of a thesis (up to 100,000 words) and a viva voce examination.
• What facilities and resources are available for research students?
  
  Students benefit from access to the Brynmor Jones Library, digital archives, media production studios, sound and film labs, research training through the Doctoral College, and departmental research seminars.
• What funding opportunities are available?
  
  Funding may be available through University of Hull scholarships, UK Research Council funding (when applicable), and external funding schemes. Self-funded students are also welcome.
• What research areas are available in this programme?
  
  Research areas include digital media theory and practice, interactive media, digital storytelling, gaming and virtual environments, social media, creative media production, media and communication technologies, digital culture, film and screen studies, sound and music technologies, and cultural industries.
• What is the duration of the PhD in Digital Media at the University of Hull?
  
  The PhD normally takes 3 to 4 years full-time, or 5 to 7 years part-time.