University of Amsterdam

Overview

The PhD programme in Communication Research at the University of Amsterdam delves into the intricate ways media and communication influence individuals, groups, and societies. This research-driven programme encourages innovative inquiry across various domains including corporate, political, persuasive, and youth/media entertainment communication.

What you'll study

Research focus and supervision

Your doctoral research will be conducted under the supervision of experienced faculty members, guiding you through one of the programme’s specialized research groups. You will also engage in academic training activities that enhance your methodological skills and scholarly development.

Research groups

• Corporate Communication
• Persuasive Communication
• Political Communication & Journalism
• Youth & Media Entertainment

Doctoral training and milestones

• Development and refinement of your research proposal in collaboration with your supervisory team
• Training in methodology and statistics, tailored to your research needs
• Formal progress monitoring through established milestones, including research plan updates and assessments related to your dissertation
• Opportunities for academic dissemination through conferences, seminars, and peer-reviewed publications
• Completion and defense of your final dissertation in accordance with university regulations

Teaching and academic contribution

Depending on your research project and departmental requirements, you may have the opportunity to engage in teaching or support research activities, aligned with programme policies.

Entry requirements

Applicants are expected to possess a Research Master’s degree in Communication Science or an equivalent qualification. This degree typically includes extensive training in methodology and statistics.

Admission is competitive, evaluated based on academic performance, the quality of your Master’s thesis (or equivalent research output), and your motivation and alignment with the proposed PhD research.

Career prospects