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Theatre PhD

University of Surrey

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  • Qualification

    PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

  • Location

    University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    13-APR-26

  • Duration

    4 Years

Course summary

PhD researchers on all programmes at GSA can expect three levels of research training and support:
• University-level training provided by the Researcher Development Programme and the University Library, including a PhD induction, workshops on writing skills
• Preparation for your confirmation and viva. There is also an annual student-led University postgraduate conference
• School-level training is offered in the form of interdisciplinary seminars, visiting speaker events and conferences
• PhD researchers also receive subject-specific feedback at our biannual GSA postgraduate symposium that allows you to share and develop ideas in a supportive environment. As a research conservatoire, we can offer dedicated time and support to practice-led research experiments and practical modes of knowledge enquiry. GSA’s research activity at Surrey includes access to the Surrey Shakespeare Centre which is hosted within the School. We welcome proposals that will result in an 80,000-word thesis or a practice research-curated portfolio (c.40,000).

Application deadline

16/01/2026

Tuition fees

Students living in United States
(International fees)

£ 21,000per year

Tuition fees shown are for indicative purposes and may vary. Please check with the institution for most up to date details.

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University of Surrey

University of Surrey

  • University League Table

    19th

  • Campus address

    University of Surrey, Stag Hill - Guildford, Guildford, Surrey, Guildford, Surrey, GU2 7XH, United Kingdom

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Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Drama, Dance & Cinematics

    3rd out of 94 7

  • Entry standards

    / Max 210
    157 75%

    12th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    82.0 82%

    1st

    4

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.00 75%

    65th

    7

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