Applications are invited for funded PhD projects in the area of the cultural politics of pop culture. Proposals may consider the intersections of gender, race, class, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion or any other facet of identity, in relation to popular culture. In this context, popular culture could include media texts (television, film, podcasts, social and digital media, print media) and/or a particular facet of pop culture, such as celebrity, contemporary feminisms, digital culture, or relevant political concepts.
Research proposals with qualitative methodologies are particularly welcome. These projects will use theoretical analysis rather than quantitative data collection methods. However, mixed methods projects will also be considered.
Proposals that are particularly welcome include the following:
Dr Giuliana Monteverde, the Chair of the Supervisory Panel, is available to answer queries relating to this call for research projects.
Applicants should hold, or expect to obtain, a First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree in a subject relevant to the proposed area of study.
We may also consider applications from those who hold equivalent qualifications, for example, a Lower Second Class Honours Degree plus a Master’s Degree with Distinction.
In exceptional circumstances, the University may consider a portfolio of evidence from applicants who have appropriate professional experience which is equivalent to the learning outcomes of an Honours degree in lieu of academic qualifications.
If the University receives a large number of applicants for the project, the following desirable criteria may be applied to shortlist applicants for interview.
The University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community, particularly from those with disabilities.
Appointment will be made on merit.
The University offers the following levels of support:
The following scholarship options are available to applicants worldwide:
These scholarships will cover full-time PhD tuition fees for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance) and will provide a £900 per annum research training support grant (RTSG) to help support the PhD researcher.
Applicants who already hold a doctoral degree or who have been registered on a programme of research leading to the award of a doctoral degree on a full-time basis for more than one year (or part-time equivalent) are NOT eligible to apply for an award.
Please note: you will automatically be entered into the competition for the Full Award, unless you state otherwise in your application.
The scholarship will cover tuition fees at the Home rate and a maintenance allowance of £19,237 (tbc) per annum for three years (subject to satisfactory academic performance).
This scholarship also comes with £900 per annum for three years as a research training support grant (RTSG) allocation to help support the PhD researcher.
Due consideration should be given to financing your studies. Further information on cost of living
Submission deadline
Monday 26 February 2024
04:00PM
Interview Date
mid March 2024
Preferred student start date
16th September 2024
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