Course Overview
Pursue your ambitions in media and communication with the PhD Journalism Studies at University of Sussex. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. Join the growing research culture in Journalism Studies at Sussex and explore the practices, politics and impact of journalism in a wide range of contexts. You’ll work with experienced faculty guiding and supervising you throughout your research project. Areas of study We particularly welcome research proposals in: - news journalism - political communications - journalism and the military - journalism and intelligence - investigative journalism - media and protest. International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,238 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 87% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £24,000 within three years, a 95% continuation rate, and 80% of graduates in employment or further study.
What You'll Learn
Entry Requirements
📋 Academic Entry Requirements
| Postgraduate Requirement | 2:1 |
🗣️ English Language Requirements
| Test | Overall | L | R | W | S |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IELTS Academic | 6.5 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking
Tuition Fees & Funding
International Student Fee
£23,500
per year
Home Student Fee
£5,238
regulated fee
Scholarships available for eligible students
Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.
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