Overview

We offer a phd degree in Film Studies at the King's College London.

Features

We have internationally recognised research strengths in the following areas: European cinema, American cinema (mainstream and avant-garde), world cinema (especially East Asian), cultural approaches, and film theory.

We also offer the option of a joint PhD with Hong Kong University or the National University of Singapore.

Programme Structure

Current research projects:

Cult Bollywood Cinema

Depth across Film and New Media

Experimental documentary

Extraterritorial Film Heritage

The Accessibility of the Avant-Garde: American Experimental Cinema

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-10-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-08-25 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-07-25 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-02-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-11-20 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2026-10-20 00:00:00 , International
Starting 2027-06-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-04-11 00:00:00 , National
- Apply before 2027-03-20 00:00:00 , International

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

100

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IELTS

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Film Studies View 63 other PhDs in Film Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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100

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor's degree with 2:1 honours and Master's Degree with Merit, with minimum 10,000 word M.A. dissertation involving substantial historical and/or theoretical research.

A degree in film studies, or a subject in which film or media plays a significant part, is an advantage, although candidates from other disciplines and those returning to study will be considered on their own merits.

Applicants with a Master of Fine Arts may be considered, although a substantial writing sample will still be required.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

27100 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

6600 GBP / year

≈ 6600 GBP / year

Living costs

London

United Kingdom

1137 - 2157 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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