Overview

Research Degrees in Art and Design at University of Chester can be pursued either through conventional text-based studies or through a combination of studio-based activity where individual creative practice forms a significant part of the intellectual enquiry supported by a critical commentary.

Features

The creative work can take any form but it must be clearly presented in relation to the argument of the thesis and demonstrate an understanding of the appropriate theoretical / historical / critical / contemporary context of the research.

Programme Structure

Research

The legacies of modernism and their reinterpretation through contemporary practice

The role of materiality and embodiment in thinking, making and knowing

Themes of time, place and cultural memory

Participatory practice

Areas of communication, cultural awareness and identity within digital environments

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-02-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.
Starting 2024-05-01 00:00:00

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Starting 2024-10-01 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Design Art History View 42 other PhDs in Design in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

88

Other requirements

General requirements

To be eligible to apply for an MPhil or PhD programmes, applicants should normally have, or expect to obtain, at least an upper second class honours degree in a discipline appropriate to their intended area of research.

Substantial prior research experience may, in some instances, be acceptable in place of a first degree qualification. If you are not sure whether this might apply to you, our Postgraduate Research (PGR) Admissions team will be able to advise you.

Applicants whose first language is not English must provide evidence of proficiency to IELTS 6.5 with no less than 5.5 in each band or equivalent.

A completed application, two references (in most cases the references shall come from independent academic referees, i.e. they are not normally provided by a prospective supervisor), an up-to-date CV and copies of appropriate certificates or transcripts must be uploaded to the application in order to be considered.

Tuition Fee

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International

13643 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 13643 GBP per year during 36 months.
National

4712 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4712 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Chester

660 - 1140 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 Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

Studyportals Student Grant Deadline: 30 June 2020

Apply and be among one of the 20 students to win €1000.

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Scholarships Information

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