Overview

The Art History and Visual Studies research environment at the University of Gothenburg comprises a dynamic group of academics with leading knowledge in the fields of art history, contemporary art, architecture, design, photography, fashion and scenography.

Features

By uniting classic art history education with interdisciplinary perspectives, our research complements and challenges previous historical and theoretical frameworks. Our inclusive research environment and pedagogical excellence pave the way for dialogue with the artistic field and wider society.

Together, the research staff create a dynamic and inclusive research and study environment that links together research and education. All the staff regularly present their research at national and international conferences, organise workshops and seminars, and collaborate with museums, universities and other actors in the field of art.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Ethics at the Faculty of Humanities
Teaching and Learning in Higher Education
Theory of Science and Research
Academic Writing
Research Practices
Theory, Method and Historiography in Art History and Visual Studies

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Visual Arts Art History View 6 other PhDs in Visual Arts in Sweden

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

90

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Other requirements

General requirements

A person meets the general entry requirements if he or she has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle.

To be admitted to doctoral education in Art History and Visual Studies the following is also required:

30 credits in Art History and Visual Studies at second-cycle level, of which at least 15 credits consist of an independent project or equivalent knowledge

Tuition Fee

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International

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

Free

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 0 SEK per year during 48 months.

PhD students do not pay tuition fees.

Living costs for Göteborg

7552 - 13932 SEK /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Art History and Visual Studies.

Available Scholarships

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