{"id":1119,"date":"2025-07-26T15:52:45","date_gmt":"2025-07-26T10:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mediaresearch.co.in\/?p=1119"},"modified":"2025-07-25T15:59:19","modified_gmt":"2025-07-25T10:29:19","slug":"fully-funded-phd-opportunity-in-communication-studies-digilab-barcelona","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mediaresearch.co.in\/index.php\/fully-funded-phd-opportunity-in-communication-studies-digilab-barcelona\/phds-pdf\/","title":{"rendered":"Fully Funded PhD Opportunity in Communication Studies \u2013 DIGILAB, Barcelona"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Prestigious Doctoral Grant in Media and Communication<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>DIGILAB Research Group<\/strong> at the <strong>School of Communication and International Relations<\/strong>, <strong>Blanquerna \u2013 Ramon Llull University<\/strong> (Barcelona), is offering <strong>one fully funded predoctoral research grant<\/strong> in <strong>Communication Studies<\/strong>, commencing on <strong>October 1, 2025<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This highly competitive opportunity is designed to support early-career researchers pursuing innovative and impactful PhD work in contemporary communication, journalism, and media systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What the Grant Offers<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Selected candidates will benefit from:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Four years of fully funded doctoral research<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Annual gross salary of \u20ac17,911.03<\/strong> (initial, with possibilities for additional research funding during the PhD)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tuition-free enrollment<\/strong> in the university\u2019s Doctoral Program in Communication<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Active participation<\/strong> in DIGILAB, a dynamic and internationally recognized research group<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This grant not only supports academic excellence but also offers a thriving research environment in one of Europe\u2019s most vibrant media hubs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Research Areas of Focus<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Applicants are encouraged to align their PhD proposals with one of the following three research lines:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Journalism, Disinformation, Trust, and Society<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Explore how disinformation challenges journalism\u2019s credibility in democratic societies. Examine trust as a dynamic social construct and evaluate media transparency, independence, and legitimacy in combating fake news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">New Communicative Actors and Social Polarization<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Study how influencers, YouTubers, podcasters, and digital creators are shaping ideology, identity, and political discourse. This line analyzes their impact on younger generations and their role in fostering or fragmenting public opinion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Artificial Intelligence, Journalism, and Media Transformation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Critically assess the influence of AI on media ecosystems. Topics may include automation, personalization, algorithmic curation, and their implications for freedom of expression, editorial responsibility, and audience engagement.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Application Details<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Deadline to apply:<\/strong> September 2, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Start date:<\/strong> October 1, 2025<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Barcelona, Spain<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Contact:<\/strong> For inquiries and application details, email: <strong><a>jaumesm@blanquerna.url.edu<\/a><\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates from diverse backgrounds and interdisciplinary interests are strongly encouraged to apply. This is an excellent opportunity to develop impactful research within a supportive academic environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-small-font-size\"><em>(The information shared here is sourced from official websites and has been reviewed by Media Research for relevance and authenticity. However, we advise caution, as there may still be potential risks. Please avoid sharing any sensitive personal information when applying. The Image is AI generated)<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Media Research offers comprehensive research consultation tailored to your needs. Book your appointment now using the <a href=\"https:\/\/mediaresearch.co.in\/index.php\/consultation\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"145\">form<\/a> or email at <a class=\"\">contact@mediaresearch.co.in<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>DIGILAB Research Group at Blanquerna \u2013 Ramon Llull University, Barcelona, invites applications for a fully funded 4-year PhD grant in Communication Studies starting October 2025. 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