PhD Media and Communications

University of Hertfordshire

A PhD in Media and Communications offers an internationally recognised degree signifying high levels of achievement in research. It develops extensive subject expertise and independent research skills which are honed over an extended period, depending on the level of the award. We live in an increasingly media-saturated world which is expanding into all areas of our lives. Doctoral research into this area offers the opportunity to make an original contribution in the field, critically analysing the social, political and cultural influence of the media in our contemporary society. As part of your research degree, you will: undertake a substantial, original research project for the duration of the degree, under the supervision and guidance of two or more academic members of staff. be provided with guidance from your supervisory team, both in the selection of a research topic and in the conduct of the research. attend postgraduate seminar series to develop subject specific knowledge and research skills relevant to your field of research. present your work at major conferences and in refereed research publications.