Embark on your academic journey with the Drama (Theory and Practice) PhD at the University of Hull, a postgraduate research degree designed for ambitious scholars seeking to make original contributions to the field of drama and performance. You will delve into areas such as performance, technology and aesthetics, performance translation and dramaturgy, or research in engagement and participation, developing your expertise under the guidance of internationally recognised academics. This programme is ideal if you are passionate about expanding the boundaries of dramatic inquiry through rigorous research, whether your focus is on traditional written scholarship or practice-based exploration.
This full-time PhD programme, typically completed over three years with an additional writing-up phase, offers a flexible research environment on campus. You will engage in independent research, potentially utilising the university's well-equipped performance studios and benefiting from expert supervision. Your research can culminate in a written thesis, or a practice-based project supported by critical commentary. You will graduate with advanced research skills and a significant contribution to knowledge, preparing you for academic careers, research roles, or leadership positions within the arts and cultural sectors.