Doctor of PhilosophyPart-time

Digital Media PhD

University of SussexUnited Kingdom

Level: Doctor of Philosophy
Duration: Up to 4 years full time or 8 years part time
Mode: Part-time
Subject: Communication & Media Studies
Location: United Kingdom
Next intake: SEP 2026

Overview

Discover specialist approaches and address questions raised by modern transformations to everyday life.

Entry requirements

Degree	2:1 · Subjects: a subject relevant to your chosen area of research. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing · 60%

English language requirements

IELTS	6.5 overall, no part below 6

IELTS (Academic): High level (6.5 overall, including at least 6.0 in each component).

Fees

International students: £23,500 per year

UK students: £5,238 per year

UK/Home: £5,238 per year

International: £23,500 per year

Start dates

Choose to start in September 2026, January 2027 or April 2027

Application deadline

1 month before start (UK), 3 months before start (international)

Campus

On campus - in person, United Kingdom

Where you will study

Brighton and Hove, South East, United Kingdom

Study in Brighton and Hove South East

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