PhD Drama
University of Exeter · Exeter, United Kingdom
About this programme
The PhD Drama programme at the University of Exeter offers research across performance practice, theatre history, applied theatre, and related fields, with options for MPhil/PhD Drama, MPhil/PhD Performance Practice, and MA by Research Drama. Students benefit from expert supervision, professional performance facilities, and a vibrant research community.
- Level
- Doctoral
- Field
- Arts
- Tuition
- £23,500 / year
- Study mode
- Full-time, Part-time
- Intake
- April, January, September
Visa
- Visa required
- Student visa
- Application fee
- GBP 558
- Proof of funds
- GBP 1,171/mo
- Processing time
- 3–8 weeks
Standard figures for this route. Some applicants pay a reduced fee or none at all — confirm your own case on the official visa page.
Scholarships available (6)
- Commonwealth ScholarshipFully funded
- Class of 2026 Progression ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- University of Exeter Alumni ScholarshipPartial funding · Deadline 31 August 2027
- Charles Wallace Pakistan Trust AwardsPartial funding · Doctoral bursaries: 30 April and 31 October annually
- Great Britain-China Educational Trust Chinese Student AwardsPartial funding · Two rounds yearly: 11 October (autumn) and 11 April (spring)
- Gordon Memorial College Trust Fund GrantsPartial funding · Deadline 2026 round closed. Check official website for future rounds