The research area includes: History and theory of American cinema; British and European cinemas; transnational and world cinemas (African, East Asian, Latin American and diasporic cinemas and filmmakers); early and silent cinema; US TV; film technologies and special effects; gender and sexuality; stars, acting and performance; adaptation studies; genre studies; sound. Film Studies’ postgraduates are part of a vibrant research culture at Exeter. Staff and research students regularly present their research in the Centre for Research into Film Studies forum, which also hosts visiting speakers. Film studies staff and students also regularly organise conferences. As well as receiving research training, mentoring and supervision to support their research projects, many PhD students undertake training and practice in teaching, leading to a recognised qualification in higher education teaching. We are committed to ensuring you receive high quality research supervision to maximise your potential and prepare you for a rewarding career. Postgraduate students have access to the wide range of support offered by our Career Zone. In addition, postgraduate research students can access our Postgraduate Researchers' Programme, which covers a range of topics to help you to succeed during your research degree and to act as a springboard for your research career.