Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
You can begin a PhD on the 1st of any month. We accept completed applications up to just before the start of semester, but we advise early application.
Language
English
- TOEFL® iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Stirling, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Public Relations
Overview
Key facts
- We host regular visits from guest speakers and work closely with a range of international research partners – further contributing to a vibrant research environment that values your contribution as a Postgraduate researcher and supports you in your ambitions.
- As a Public Relations PhD researcher in the Faculty of Arts and Humanities at the University of Stirling, you’ll be provided with access to dedicated research facilities as well as an opportunity to attend a range of research seminars and workshops within specialist research centres and collaboratively across multi-disciplinary subjects.
- You’ll also have access to a number of training opportunities, at University, Faculty and Divisional levels, including subject specialist training within postgraduate research seminars and other forums.
Programme Structure
Major research areas include:
- Digital media and cultures
- Film studies
- International journalism
- Media histories, heritage and archives
- Promotional culture
- Scottish media, communications and cultures
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL® iBT: 88
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General entry requirements for our research degree programmes are:
- An upper second class honours Bachelors degree or higher qualification. For some studentships and programmes of study a suitable masters degree may be specified.
- If your first language is not English you’re required to show English language competency equivalent to the minimum level of IELTS 6.5 (6.0 in all bands).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 40,807 AUD / year (≈ 21,500 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,942 AUD / year (≈ 5,238 GBP / year)
UK students, fees subject change year.
Living costs
Stirling, United Kingdom: 1,253-2,164 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Public Relations.
Available Scholarships
- University of Stirling International Study Centre Progression Scholarships — Provided by university — Grant: 4000 GBP — Deadline: Anytime — Merit-based (University of Stirling, Stirling, United Kingdom)
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 07 Oct 2026 (U.S. government)
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 30 Nov 2026 (ServiceScape)
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider — Grant: 3500 USD — Deadline: 15 Nov 2026 (ACES Education Fund)
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: Not specified — Merit-based (OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation)
- Scholarships for PhD Students — Independent provider — Grant: 19000 GBP — Deadline: Not specified — Merit-based (Junhua Li)
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: Various benefits — Deadline: 28 Feb 2027 — Merit-based (Boustany Foundation)
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 6000 USD — Deadline: 31 Jan 2027 — Merit-based (Amber Scholar)
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 31 Oct 2026 — Merit-based (IvyPanda)
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 01 Mar 2027 (Voice Talent Online)
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 1000 USD — Deadline: 13 Jan 2027 — Merit-based (Salvado Law)
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider — Grant: 3000 USD — Deadline: 31 Dec 2026 — Need-based (Anonymous Hope Fund)
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — Independent provider — Grant: 22500 GBP — Deadline: Not specified (UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO))
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider — Grant: 1500 USD — Deadline: Not specified (IELTS from 6 to 9)
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider — Grant: 12000 USD — Deadline: 11 Jan 2027 (The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme)