Key information
- Duration: Full-time, 36 months
- Starting February 2027: Apply before Oct 2026 (International, estimated deadline)
Overview
The Media and Communications PhD programme from University of Nicosia aims to provide an inspiring and vibrant environment for postgraduate research, to support the development of research and presentation skills, and to respond to the academic needs of our students. We create opportunities for interdisciplinary interaction and we pride ourselves on helping our students to extend their professional networks by organising conferences, seminars and events that aim to establish close links with the media industry and the local and international academic community.
The members of the Department of Communications are actively engaged in challenging projects and publications, and in a broad range of extracurricular activities such as: creative media projects, organisation of media related festivals and other cultural events; professional training and consultancies in a variety of fields such as Media Literacy and Education, Digital Media and Learning, Film Policy, Community Media, Transmedia and Digital Storytelling and Social Media Management.
Prospective PhD students are welcome to approach the Department at any time in the academic year. You are strongly advised to contact the Doctoral Degree Coordinator before making a formal application. This helps us to ensure that we can offer you the best support and put you in contact with the member of the Department who has the expertise to help and guide you.
Career Prospects
People who complete successfully the Media and Communications programme from University of Nicosia will be able to:
- Work as Research Faculty Members in tertiary education institutions.
- Exercise a leadership role in the media, e.g. the industry or the academic world.
- Be appointed as high officials in various departments/services of Ministries associated with the function and contribution of the media to social and cultural development.
- Exercise an administrative and/or supervisory role in public or private institutions of higher education, in research centres or in consulting units.
Programme Structure
The Doctoral Programme requires the completion of at least 180 ECTS, 60 of which is allocated to the preparation and successful defence of the research proposal, while the remaining 120 is allocated to the preparation and successful defence of the thesis.
Admission Requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: minimum score 79.
- IELTS: minimum score 6.5.
Other requirements
The minimum requirement for admission to the doctoral degree programme is a Master’s Degree and a Thesis Proposal.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 8,368 AUD / year (approx. 5,160 EUR / year)
- EU/EEA: 8,368 AUD / year (approx. 5,160 EUR / year)
Living costs
Nicosia, Cyprus: 934–1,404 AUD / month. The living costs include total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.