PhD in Comedy Studies in Uxbridge United Kingdom | Brunel University of London

This interdisciplinary field explores comedy's creation, content, audience impact, and broader social-political influence across diverse formats and viewpoints. We unite top scholars and creators from media studies, sociology, psychology, performing arts, digital media, literature, creative writing, and social work. Our investigations analyze comedy's production, content, reception, and societal effects across formats ranging from TV sketches to comedic thrillers. All our academic work and instruction is firmly grounded in the principle that humor holds substantial social, cultural, political, and economic importance at local, national, and global scales. Our focus areas encompass interconnected themes including Digital and Performance Comedy, Humor and Self-Expression


Professional opportunities post-study
You'll benefit from customized career guidance throughout your doctoral program and for three years following your Brunel research completion. We advocate proactive career planning and personal growth management from your research's outset, particularly if your professional direction remains undecided. Our career services feature digital resources, individual advising, and diverse programming. The Career Development Unit offers an annual schedule of professional events including industry panels, job fairs, employer meetups, and skill-building sessions.