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67 PhD programmes in Design in Europe
Loughborough University4,4(62)
Loughborough, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design and Creative Arts
Studying the Design and Creative Arts programme offered at Loughborough University offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and personal growth. As a doctoral researcher, you will be responsible for managing your own schedule and developing your own ideas and approach, while being supported every step of the way.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,911/yr
Loughborough University4,4(62)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design Innovation
By undertaking the Design Innovation programme from Loughborough University, you will have the opportunity to work with top researchers and industry leaders and gain first-hand experience of real-life problem-solving.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,911/yr
University of Chester4,3(63)
Chester, United Kingdom Art and Design
The Department of Art and Design at the University of Chester can be pursued either through conventional text-based studies or through a combination of studio-based activities where individual creative practice forms a significant part of the intellectual inquiry supported by a critical commentary.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,142/yr
University of Gloucestershire4,2(30)
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$18,163/yr
Lancaster University4,2(70)
Lancaster, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Design
This Design course from Lancaster University can focus on one of a wide range of topics within Design or on a research topic that crosses different disciplines.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
Maynooth University4,2(53)
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$16,194/yr
University of Brighton4,2(58)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Design
The PhD research in Design at the University of Brighton has held an international reputation for design research and design studies over many decades, with innovative approaches and global success recognised across, for example, sustainable design, product design, textile design and graphic design.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,972/yr
University of West London4,5(72)
London, United Kingdom Design
This Design course from the University of West London supports advanced research into visual, spatial, multi-sensory and digital design practices, with a particular focus on how design communicates meaning, identity and social change.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
4 years$21,646/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(51)
Huddersfield, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Art and Design
This Art and Design PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,299/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(140)
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$33,545/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(140)
London, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design (Integrated)
The Design (Integrated) degree at 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 On-campus
4 years$33,545/yr
University of Brighton4,2(58)
Brighton, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide 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$22,972/yr
Politecnico di Torino4,2(222)
Torino, Italy Top 2% in Worldwide Design and Technology. People, Environment, Systems
The PhD programme in Design and Technology. People, Environment, Systems from Politecnico di Torino promotes research and project development activities in the fields of Design, Architectural Technology and Environmental Quality, intending to contribute to the innovation of cultural, social, environmental and productive systems.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 years$186/yr
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)4,3(61)
Delft, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide Designer in Bioprocess Engineering
The Designer in Bioprocess Engineering programme from Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) develops MSc graduates in (Bio-)chemical Engineering or related academic backgrounds into multidisciplinary specialists, in preparation for a career in the industry.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
2 yearsFree
Delft University of Technology (TU Delft)4,3(61)
Delft, Netherlands Top 0.5% in Worldwide Chemical Product Design
The EngD programme “Chemical Product Design” at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) focuses on the development of structured materials, formulations, and devices for specialty chemicals, personal care, health care, food, semiconductor, and energy sectors.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
$12,724/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,1(113)
Cambridge, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Children's Book Illustration
Academic interest in children’s book illustration is growing. Examine this field of illustration through a combination of practical work and theoretical enquiry in the Children's Book Illustration programme offered by the Anglia Ruskin University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$21,511/yr
University of Lincoln4,2(49)
Lincoln, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Design
The Design programme from University of Lincoln is designed to enable students to develop the competencies required for their study and future career. An experienced supervisory team is available to offer expertise and guidance, supporting students in applying for funding, attending conferences, and publishing work.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years, 3 months$25,570/yr
The Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wrocaw4,3(18)
Wroclaw, Poland The Doctoral School of the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design
The Doctoral School of the Eugeniusz Geppert Academy of Art and Design in Wrocław is an artistic and research unit, educating people with significant artistic achievements and high research potential. The doctoral programme lasts 6 semesters and enables to obtain advanced knowledge and skills. It is a preparation for receiving a PhD degree.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
3 yearsFree
Heriot-Watt University4,3(77)
Edinburgh, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Practice-Based Design
The School actively supports practice-based Practice-Based Design course at Heriot-Watt University as a route whereby working designers can develop their own creative visions, techniques and methods through rigorous research.
Ph. D. Full-time On-campus
$26,809/yr
Bahçeşehir University (BAU)4,1(164)
Istanbul, Turkey Top 6% in Worldwide History, Theory and Criticism in Design
The students who successfully complete this History, Theory and Criticism in Design programme at Bahçeşehir University (BAU) explores the historical nuances, theoretical frameworks, and critical methodologies in design practices.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
$40,000/yr4 years$20,000/yr