Applied Screen Studies: Practice as Research
University of WarwickAbout this course
Course overview The project must be led by clear research questions, with the practice element working as a means to investigate, challenge or respond to those questions. The practice element can take a variety of forms and proportions (with a minimum of 30% and a maximum of 50%), but in all cases represents the exploration of critical, theoretical or historical issues in Film and Television/Screen Studies, through a practice-based output.
The various forms of this applied screen practice include, but are not limited to:
The balance between written and practical elements in this PhD will depend on the form that the applied practice takes. Those making a documentary, for example, might produce a 40,000 word written piece that would represent 50% of their PhD.
Those pursuing a more traditional research-driven written doctoral project would produce a 55,000 word thesis and an 'applied research' portfolio, which translates the research into a set of screen-based impact and public engagement activities. This element would then represent 30% of the PhD.
At the mid-year review in year one, the student will present a case for the percentage split of their particular project between the written thesis and practice work. This is also the point at which the format of the practice element will be decided.
This information is applicable for 2025 entry. Given the interval between the publication of courses and enrolment, some of the information may change. It is important to check our website before you apply.
Study Options
This course is available in 2 study options:
Duration: 3 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Coventry
Duration: 7 Years
Qualification: PhD
Location: Coventry
Course Details
- Qualification
- Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
- Study Mode
- Full-time
- Duration
- 3 Years
- Start Date
- 2025
- Academic Year
- 2025
- Campus / Location
- Coventry
- Scheme
- Undergraduate