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Doctor of Philosophy - Drama by Practice as Research

University of Kent

Canterbury — Canterbury, South East, United Kingdom

Study Level
Doctorate / PhD · Doctoral / PhD
Duration
To be confirmed
Study Mode
To be confirmed
Next Intake
January 2027
Tuition Fee
GBP 19,300
Application Fee
None listed
Scholarships Available
None listed
Post-Study Work Information
Graduate Route: Verify before applying
Application Status
Open — confirm with Eagle Link (Not confirmed)

Program information is subject to institution confirmation. Fees, deadlines, intakes and entry requirements may change.

Overview

Drama at Kent was at the forefront of pioneering Practice as Research and continues to lead the field. Through a PaR PhD students explore and interrogate their research by undertaking practice and producing a performative output, as well as by producing a written dissertation of up to 40,000 words which is examined through a viva. The PhD by PaR provides opportunities to develop and reflect upon their performative practice at the highest academic level and with the benefit of excellent professional facilities and research resources. At Kent,, students will have a minimum of two supervisors who will support and guide students through their academic and professional development. Students will meet regularly with their supervisor(s) who will not only guide students' research but will also help them to identify areas where they may require further training or support. A series of reviews will take place throughout the duration of studies in order to ensure that students' research stays on track and that they have all the necessary support and resources required to successfully complete it. Current PhDs reflect diversity, with topics including actor training, autism, East Asian comedy, community theatre, Absurdism, live art, Shakespeare, translation and adaptation, Greek theatre, Grotowski, stand-up, eighteenth-century acting, neurodivergent performance, and accessibility. Recent and ongoing Practice as Research projects include: ‘Selfless Language: Acting Coordination Method Leading to Act of Speech’, ‘Minna Canth from Finnish to English: Feminist Translation of Nineteenth Century Social Realist Drama’, ‘Translating 18th Century Actresses Acting Techniques Into a Modern Performance Context’, and ‘The Burning Method: A Performance-Based Analysis of Jerzy Grotowski’s Book Towards a Poor Theatre’.
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Field of study
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Credential
Doctoral / PhD
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Entry Requirements

Entry requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

English-language requirements

English-language requirements will be confirmed by the institution or authorized partner before application.

Fees & Costs

Tuition fee
GBP 19,300
Application fee
None listed
Deposit required
Not listed
Estimated other compulsory fees
Not listed — confirm with Eagle Link.

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Scholarships

No scholarship is currently listed for this program. Explore scholarships and funding.

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Intakes & Deadlines

Upcoming intakes
January 2027, January 2028, January 2029
Application deadline
Confirm with Eagle Link
Application status
Confirm with Eagle Link
Intake availability
Not confirmed

Campus & Location

Canterbury

Canterbury, South East, United Kingdom

Kent

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Post-Study Work / Immigration Information

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Graduate Route
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About the Institution

Inspire global ambition at the University of Kent, top 40 UK university with outstanding teaching, modern facilities, award-winning student support and vibrant study locations. Over 18,000 students over 100 nations study across its two spacious UK campuses in Canterbury and Medway which are both less than one hour by train to London and close proximity to Europe. Students who choose Kent for their undergraduate or postgraduate degree will be joining an institution known for its outstanding research, and one that can help students to meet their career goals through excellent support and quality...

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Program information last verified 8 October 2026.

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