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Overview
We usually accept research students into the Department of Visual Cultures on the basis of a match between your proposed research and the current research interests of the department as well as an assessment of your qualifications and suitability to undertake a research degree. The Visual Cultures programme is offered by the Goldsmiths, University of London.
PhD seminar
In addition to regular tutorials with your supervisor, you will attend the MPhil/PhD Visual Culture seminar in your first and second years of study. This is a weekly seminar dedicated to research questions and theoretical problems of study at MPhil/PhD level. It has the additional aim of fostering a supportive and participatory postgraduate research culture in the Department.
Other courses, seminars, workshops and events
As well as participating in the PhD Seminar you are invited to audit an MA Special Subject of your choice should this be helpful. At key moments throughout the year, MPhil/PhD students on the Visual Culture programme join students on our MPhil/PhD Curatorial/Knowledge programme and there are also opportunities to benefit from seminars and workshops associated with our Centre for Research Architecture.
The Visual Cultures Public Programme
You are to attend the department’s Visual Cultures Public Programme. These events take place on Thursday evenings and are followed by an opportunity to socialize with staff, fellow students and other attendees.
Programme Structure
Research in the department is organised around the following thematic clusters:
- Culture, Memory, Futurity
- Environmental Humanities and Ecologies
- Globalisation and Transcultural practices
- Performance and Live Art
- Philosophy, Critical and Visual Theory
- Political Aesthetics
- Sexes, Genders, Genres
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 48 months
- Flexible
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English
IELTS 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Film, Photography & Media View 39 other PhDs in Film, Photography & Media in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any academic requirements for this programme.
English requirements
IELTS 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- Details of your education history, including the dates of all exams/assessments
- The email address of your referee who we can request a reference from, or alternatively an electronic copy of your academic reference
- Contact details of a second referee
- A personal statement – this can either be uploaded as a Word Document or PDF, or completed online
- If available, an electronic copy of your educational transcript
- Details of your research proposal
Tuition Fee
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International
14760 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 14760 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
4407 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 4407 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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