Key information Duration Full-time: 36 months Part-time: 72 months (only for home students) Start dates & application deadlines Starting September
2026 Apply anytime. There is no application closing date for this course. It is suggested international students apply at least two months before the course starts. Language English Duolingo English Test: 135 PTE Academic: 76 IELTS: 7 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Disciplines Film Studies Visit programme website Overview Newcastle University is a leading centre for the growth of Film Practice PhDs in the UK. Building on the ambitious development of film practice, they work under the banner of Film@CultureLab. Led by award-winning documentary filmmaker Dr Ian McDonald, they've established a distinctive approach to non-fiction film education practice and research. This Film Practice research programme from Newcastle University is grounded in an understanding of documentary film as a cinematic medium, and filmmaking as a mode of expression, critique, and social and historical intervention. Key Facts You'll have access to the superb facilities in Culture Lab and join a vibrant community of practice-led PhD scholars in film practice. PhD students are encouraged to regularly present their work to each other as part of the PhD student-led Research Roundtable 'Work-in-Progress' events held throughout the year. You will be part of Media, Culture, Heritage in the School of Arts and Cultures; a dynamic group of experienced academic researchers, heritage practitioners, doctoral researchers and fellow students from around the world. Programme Structure Areas of research include: Most areas of documentary/non-fiction film practice Creative documentary practices in the UK, India, South Asia, Africa Sports documentaries Feminist film practice Social linguistics, translation and documentary practice Academic requirements GPA: Upper Second Class English requirements Duolingo English Test: 135 PTE Academic: 76 IELTS: 7 Other requirements General requirements A 2:1 honours degree and preferably a merit master's degree, or an international equivalent, in a related subject, such as: film studies English cultural studies modern languages history sociology art psychology You may need to attend an interview, which can be via Skype if necessary. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees. Non-residents: 46,068 AUD / year (≈ 24,400 GBP / year) Part-time and Full-time tuition fees for home students are not set yet. Living costs Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom 1,057-1,871 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Scholarships Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Film Practice. Available Scholarships Vice-Chancellor's International Scholarships - Newcastle University - Grant 4000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime - Merit-based Opportunity Scholarships - Newcastle University - Grant 2000 GBP - Deadline: Anytime - Merit-based 2% Early Payment Discount - Newcastle University - Grant: Various benefits - Deadline: 25 Sep 2026 - Need-based
