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107 PhD programmes in Art History

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Museum, Gallery and Heritage Studies

Through this Museum, Gallery and Heritage Studies PhD programme from Newcastle University you'll join a thriving, high-profile interdisciplinary research community of postgraduate research students and experienced academic researchers who are key figures in their fields.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,921/yr

History of Art and Archaeology

Undertaking this History of Art and Archaeology programme from SOAS University of London is an intense and personally rewarding experience. 

Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,558/yr

History of Art

The Department of History of Art is a thriving and collegial centre for the study of art, visual culture and theory. Staff specialisms range from medieval altarpieces to Soviet public monuments, from pre-Renaissance sculpture to contemporary art of the diaspora.  University of Bristol offers the History of Art programme. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
4 years$29,548/yr

Transformations in architects’ profession (Humanities, History and theory of Arts)

The Transformations in architects’ profession (Humanities, History and theory of Arts) doctoral candidate position is available at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of Architecture. Applicants interested in other research topics related to architectural theory and history are also welcome to apply.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$14,627/yr

Art, Design, Media and Fashion

We're proud to offer a supportive and creative environment in which to carry out your work, and we encourage interdisciplinary engagement with other areas of research. We offer a Art, Design, Media and Fashion degree at the University of Southampton. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$27,119/yr

History of Design and History of Art

The University of Brighton has an established reputation for pioneering research into art, design and material culture and is a recognised centre of excellence both nationally and internationally for design history. It offers this PhD in History of Design and History of Art.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,910/yr

PhD in Art History

Examine the history of art in detail, contribute to the creative capital of Aotearoa, participate in developing new histories of art relevant to the 21st century, and gain a deeper understanding of your area of interest with this PhD in Art History degree offered at the Victoria University of Wellington. 

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available

Medieval Studies

Within the Medieval Studies PhD programme from University of York students are trained to be interdisciplinary researchers and are normally co-supervised by staff from two different departments.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,202/yr

History of Art

The History of Art PhD programme from University of York welcomes students from all backgrounds, with a great range of intellectual interests.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$34,202/yr

Conservation

Based in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion from Cardiff University, you join a vibrant academic and research community, proud of our reputation for training the next generation of researchers on this Conservation programme.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$36,024/yr

History of Art

Conduct your own research project in an area of History of Art that interests you. Join a renowned Art History, Curating and Visual Studies Department and benefit from exceptional resources including an on-campus fine art gallery. The History of Art course is offered at University of Birmingham.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,558/yr

Art

The Art course from Lancaster University could focus on one of a wide range of topics within Fine Art or on a subject that crosses different disciplines. 

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available

History and Theory of Arts

The History and Theory of Arts study programme from Kaunas University of Technology is provided in the interdisciplinary research area and focuses on three fields: theory of architecture and urbanism, history and musicology. University graduates of various areas are admitted to doctoral studies taking into consideration their scientific input in their chosen topic.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 yearsFree

Art History and Theory

Studying the Art History and Theory programme at University of Canterbury helps you understand theories of art, material culture and aesthetics, and their relevance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,019/yr
Rutgers University4,2(59)
New Brunswick, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

Art History

Strategically located on the Northeast Corridor between New York City and Philadelphia, Rutgers University’s Art History Department offers the students of the Art History course at Rutgers University an exceptional combination of an outstanding faculty, rigorous, imaginative scholarship, innovative critical approaches, a spectrum of cross-disciplinary programmes, and professional opportunities.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$37,176/yr
University of Dundee4,1(84)
Dundee, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide

Beyond Representation - Painting as Embodied Practice

The Beyond Representation - Painting as Embodied Practice programme is offered by University of Dundee.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$31,099/yr
University of British Columbia4,2(211)
Vancouver, Canada Top 0.5% in Worldwide

Art History

Students in the PhD in Art History program at the University of British Columbia are encouraged to situate art in its historical context, to analyze its impact on the world around us, and to develop theoretical frameworks that contribute to critical thinking and engage with debates in the field.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
6 years$7,098/yr
University of Glasgow4,3(97)
Glasgow, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide

History of Art

At University of Glasgow, we have a vibrant student community in the History of Art with many research projects and external collaborations.

Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$37,400/yr
University of Pennsylvania4,3(23)
Philadelphia, United States Top 0.1% in Worldwide

History of Art

The History of Art doctoral program at the University of Pennsylvania provides students with broad training in the history of art and its critical approaches, yet also focused training in their selected fields.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$44,792/yr
University of Pittsburgh4,1(7)
Pittsburgh, United States Top 1% in Worldwide

History of Art and Architecture

Our department trains the next generation of scholars committed to diverse, socially-engaged and idea-driven scholarship in the histories of art and architecture. This PhD in History of Art and Architecture is offered at the University of Pittsburgh.

Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
5 years$47,378/yr

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