PhD Research Opportunities in Communication, Media and Cultural Studies at the University of Salford, School of Arts & Media.
The School of Arts and Media at the University of Salford solicits expressions of interest in Graduate Teaching Studentships (GTS) and Pathways to Excellence studentships (PTE) for commencement in October 2017. These should consist of a draft proposal, CV and, in the case of the GTS, a statement of prior teaching experience.
School of Arts and Media:
The School of Arts & Media is a dynamic and responsive research environment which brings together academics working in and across the arts, media, creative and cultural industries. The work of its members is characterised by a cross-disciplinary curiosity and energy.
The School has a vibrant Postgraduate Research community with over 80 students currently working towards their PhD and also hosts a wide range of research conferences, seminar series and other research events for research students to be involved in.
Previous GTS/PTE students have submitted articles for publication, contributed chapters to edited books and organized academic conferences leading to academic publications.
Research topics/themes:
This year we welcome applications in or related to the following areas of communication, culture and the media:
• Creative Writing
• Film Practice
• Film and TV Studies
• Journalism
• Media Arts
• Media Studies
• Social Media
• Digital Culture
Eligibility:
Only UK/EU candidates are eligible to apply. Candidates should have a first or upper second class honours degree and Masters degree completed or in process.
GTS candidates will be expected to show an aptitude and enthusiasm for teaching and be able to contribute to taught programmes delivered across the School.
Contacts:
Expression of Interest
GTS/PTE Academic Coordinator:Dr Joanne Scott (j.e.scott@salford.ac.uk)
GTS/PTE Administrator: Emma Sutton (e.sutton@salford .ac.uk)
Please forward expressions of interest for GTS/PTE studentships to both Dr Joanne Scott and Emma Sutton as soon as possible.
Closing Date for Formal Application
You must submit a formal application through the University of Salford website by 31 March 2017.
