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1.1k PhD programmes in Arts, Design & Architecture
Brunel University of London4,0(141)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Music
Music research at Brunel University of London focuses on composition and musicology, and with the practice-based work in music, it is recognised as ‘of world-leading significance’ and demonstrating an ‘impressive stylistic breadth’.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$29,721/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(56)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Drama, Dance and Performance
This Drama, Dance and Performance PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield incorporates historical research, theoretical inquiry, and emerging forms of practice research. Many of our students develop innovative approaches to performer training, teaching, and devising as part of their practice research.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$24,901/yr
Loughborough University4,4(55)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering
The Architecture, Building and Civil Engineering programme offered from Loughborough University is home to a thriving community of over 60 academic staff, 40 technical and clerical support staff and over 240 active researchers that include fellows, associates, assistants, engineers and doctoral students.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,282/yr
SOAS University of London4,2(40)
London, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide 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$31,146/yr
Lancaster University4,2(72)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Film
As a Film course from Lancaster University student you will normally be supervised by a team of two supervisors who will ensure that you receive focused critical feedback and encouragement throughout the programme.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Kaunas University of Technology4,3(181)
Kaunas, Lithuania Top 7% in Worldwide 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
Brunel University of London4,0(141)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design
The Design research degree offered by Brunel University of London has a well-established record of research excellence, with multidisciplinary, product-related design research grounded on strong engineering design traditions.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,017/yr
London South Bank University4,0(56)
London, United Kingdom Top 6% in Worldwide Architecture
Research in the area of architecture is carried out by specialist centres. Architecture is offered at London South Bank University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$23,436/yr
The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology3,9(12)
Hong Kong, Hong Kong (SAR) Top 0.5% in Worldwide Integrative Systems and Design
The PhD in Integrative Systems and Design from The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology trains students in leading world-class research based on their original ideas and driving a team of interdisciplinary experts to make a substantial research contribution.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$5,683/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(141)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Resource Efficient Future Cities
Our Resource Efficient Future Cities researchers from Brunel University of London create knowledge and advance understanding, and equip versatile doctoral researchers with the confidence to apply what they have learnt for the benefit of society. Find out more about working with the Supervisory Team.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$33,017/yr
University of West London4,4(79)
London, United Kingdom Film Studies
During the Film Studies course from University of West London you will benefit from expert supervision by established researchers and join a growing community of outstanding doctoral researchers in the field of film studies and related areas.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$21,305/yr
Manipal Academy of Higher Education4,2(214)
Bengalore, India Top 4% in Worldwide Art, Design and Transdisciplinary Studies
The Art, Design and Transdisciplinary Studies programme from Manipal Academy of Higher Education develops competency in high-quality and rigorous research in art, design and transdisciplinary studies with the view of making original contributions to these disciplines.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3½ years$3,000/yr
University of Birmingham4,2(62)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Drama and Theatre Studies
Whether you’re driven by creative and practical research, or you want to specialise in a theatrical approach to theatre and performance, you'll research with renowned academics and practitioners at one of the UK's leading Drama and Theatre Arts departments. The Drama and Theatre Studies programme at University of Birmingham.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus +2
3 years$31,146/yr
Curtin University4,3(70)
Perth, Australia Top 1% in Worldwide Doctor of Philosophy - Urban and Regional Planning
This Doctor of Philosophy - Urban and Regional Planning candidate at Curtin University prepares students to acquire a systematic and critical understanding of a complex field of learning and specialised research skills to advance learning and/or professional practice corresponding to AQF level 10 qualifications.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$25,958/yr
University of Surrey4,4(70)
Guildford, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Music
The Music programme at the University of Surrey is ranked second in the UK by the Guardian University Guide. Academic members of staff are well known internationally for their exceptionally strong research profiles.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$31,159/yr
Maynooth University4,2(55)
Maynooth, Ireland Top 4% in Worldwide Design Innovation
The Design Innovation programme from Maynooth University is the highest degree offered by the Department of Design Innovation. The structured PhD programme offers a framework which facilitates independent research, whilst providing milestones for measuring progress.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$16,265/yr
Aston University4,3(108)
Birmingham, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Designing Inclusive Participatory Mapping Tools - A User-Centred Design Approach for Capturing Diverse Urban Experiences
This Designing Inclusive Participatory Mapping Tools - A User-Centred Design Approach for Capturing Diverse Urban Experiences course at Aston University will provide all the support and facilities you will need to develop into a leading researcher in your chosen field.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$25,566/yr
University of East Anglia4,4(30)
Norwich, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Art
Throughout this Art PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances. We are a top tier, research-led university and are committed to making a substantial impact on the global challenges facing society.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$32,824/yr
University of Gloucestershire4,2(26)
Online Design
This Design degree from the University of Gloucestershire offers you the opportunity and time to explore innovative research practice through original, critical works.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$17,877/yr
IHS, Institute for Housing and Urban Development Studies of Erasmus University Rotterdam4,2(102)
Rotterdam, Netherlands Urban Development and Governance
The PhD on Urban Development and Governance at Erasmus University Rotterdam is a 4-year flexible trajectory programme that fuses urban management with governance.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$14,522/yr