PhD in Media and Communication - Political Communication in Leeds United Kingdom | University of Leeds

Pursuing a PhD enables you to deeply investigate a specific area of media and communication that captivates your interest while contributing significantly to your academic discipline. This advanced degree is essential for those aiming for an academic career. Full-time researchers typically finish their doctoral program within three years. The Political Communication research group serves as a platform for scholars to examine and debate how political concepts and power dynamics manifest across various communication settings. The group focuses on analyzing the evolving interplay between politics and media at all levels - from formal institutions to grassroots movements, from organized campaigns to individual aspirations, and from public discourse to private exchanges. A key insight is acknowledging how political boundaries are becoming increasingly fluid as they intersect with (a) popular culture, consumer trends, and daily life, and (b) global information networks and international tensions.

A major emphasis of the Political Communication research group's outreach involves studying the representation of power structures and political ideologies across different communication platforms. Particular attention has been given to civic participation, advocacy matters, identity formation, and exploring how digital technologies can enhance political involvement.