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University of Sussex: Film Studies
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Media and Film |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
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Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
-
Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
-
Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
-
Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
-
Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
With our internationally respected team of researchers and exclusive film and documentary library, you’ll find Sussex an ideal place for your postgraduate research in Film Studies.
We offer expert supervision across a wide range of topics, including:
-
Hollywood, British, Asian, Latin American, Middle Eastern and European cinemas
-
gender, sexuality and representation
-
film, history and popular culture
-
genre, authorship and stardom
-
film and new media
-
documentary
-
industry and production studies
-
audience studies.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
| Telephone | 01273 873525 |
|---|---|
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | You’re normally expected to have a Merit (an average of 60% overall) in a Masters degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. |
| Location | Sussex House Sussex House Brighton BN1 9RH |
MA
Summary
8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
About your course The Sussex Film Studies MA is for students from different intellectual backgrounds who want to deepen their understanding of cinema. You’ll study the theoretical debates and contemporary approaches around film studies.
On this course you’ll examine the aesthetic, industrial, cultural, and political dimensions of a diverse range of films and film practices. Our faculty have expertise in areas including:
-
gender and sexuality
-
popular film and culture
-
global cinema
-
documentary and experimental film.
You’ll develop your personal intellectual interests through a range of specialist modules. Study is via small group teaching and one-on-one supervision with faculty members. This will build your core written and oral communication skills. You’ll graduate ready for the workplace or for advanced research in film studies.
You’ll have the chance enrich your studies through local cinema screenings, festival visits, and campus talks by visiting professionals. Sussex has its own arts centre, the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts. Brighton also has a vibrant art and film scene and is home to one of the UK’s oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
Our graduates have gone on to careers including film programming, marketing and festival management. Brighton has a vibrant film culture, playing host to the annual CINECITY Film Festival. It is also home to one of the UK's oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in film studies, media studies or another subject in the social sciences or humanities. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
About your course The Sussex Film Studies MA is for students from different intellectual backgrounds who want to deepen their understanding of cinema. You’ll study the theoretical debates and contemporary approaches around film studies.
On this course you’ll examine the aesthetic, industrial, cultural, and political dimensions of a diverse range of films and film practices. Our faculty have expertise in areas including:
-
gender and sexuality
-
popular film and culture
-
global cinema
-
documentary and experimental film.
You’ll develop your personal intellectual interests through a range of specialist modules. Study is via small group teaching and one-on-one supervision with faculty members. This will build your core written and oral communication skills. You’ll graduate ready for the workplace or for advanced research in film studies.
You’ll have the chance enrich your studies through local cinema screenings, festival visits, and campus talks by visiting professionals. Sussex has its own arts centre, the Attenborough Centre for the Creative Arts. Brighton also has a vibrant art and film scene and is home to one of the UK’s oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
Our graduates have gone on to careers including film programming, marketing and festival management. Brighton has a vibrant film culture, playing host to the annual CINECITY Film Festival. It is also home to one of the UK's oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
| pg.enquiries@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 876787 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in film studies, media studies or another subject in the social sciences or humanities. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
About your course Explore film from a variety of critical perspectives and understand film’s unique position in the media landscape.
On this MA, we examine the aesthetic, industrial, cultural and political dimensions of a diverse range of film practices. You’ll develop your skills in research and critical thinking through an exciting range of innovative options. You also research a topic of your choice in the supervised dissertation project.
We offer an advanced introduction to theoretical debates associated with the study of cinema, and contemporary approaches that are reshaping the field.
You’re taught by experts specialising in areas such as: - gender and sexuality
-
global cinema
-
popular culture
-
documentary and experimental film
-
animals and the media
-
audience studies.
Brighton has a vibrant film culture, playing host to the annual CINECITY Film Festival. It is also home to one of the UK's oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
| mfm@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 877538 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in film studies, media studies or another subject in the social sciences or humanities. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
Summary
8th in the UK for our research outputs in Communications, Cultural and Media Studies in REF 2021 (Times Higher Education)
16th in the UK for Communication and Media Studies (Complete University Guide 2025)
About your course Explore film from a variety of critical perspectives and understand film’s unique position in the media landscape.
On this MA, we examine the aesthetic, industrial, cultural and political dimensions of a diverse range of film practices. You’ll develop your skills in research and critical thinking through an exciting range of innovative options. You also research a topic of your choice in the supervised dissertation project.
We offer an advanced introduction to theoretical debates associated with the study of cinema, and contemporary approaches that are reshaping the field.
You’re taught by experts specialising in areas such as: - gender and sexuality
-
global cinema
-
popular culture
-
documentary and experimental film
-
animals and the media
-
audience studies.
Brighton has a vibrant film culture, playing host to the annual CINECITY Film Festival. It is also home to one of the UK's oldest purpose-built cinemas – the Duke of York’s.
About Sussex Our courses, research, culture and campus aim to stimulate, excite and challenge. From scientific discovery to global policy, from student welfare to career development, Sussex innovates and takes a lead. And today, in every part of society and across the world, you'll find someone from Sussex making an original and valuable contribution.
Location Study on our beautiful, green campus on the edge of the South Downs National Park and just minutes from the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We’re near to Gatwick airport and just over an hour from London.
| mfm@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 877538 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in film studies, media studies or another subject in the social sciences or humanities. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
We are a research-intensive campus university with an excellent international reputation, located within the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We welcome spirited students who want to study in a creative and intellectually-challenging environment.
We have been ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies for eight consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2024.
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