*Chuckles*
yeah. I don't think so ;P It is something that some academics are focussing on; but whilst i know a great deal about Doctor Who; I know very little about media studies more generally and cultural trends and developments that feed into Doctor Who. I've spent the last couple of years learning about and gaining an understanding of the surrounding issues and trends of 18th and early 19th century British culture. I'd have to teach myself a whole new field, before I even started on independent research.
Besides; I would hate to turn my leisure obsession into my work.
Also; I really, really like the area I'm looking at. And have already submitted my PhD research proposal and been offered a place at the Uni on that basis. Have also sent same proposal to the arts council in hopes of a scholarship.
Nice thought though
