Overview

This Research on Arts Education programme offered by University of Gothenburg provides broad scholarly preparation for investigating questions within the field of arts education. The programme combines theoretical perspectives, methodological training, and independent academic inquiry, enabling candidates to examine issues relevant to educational sciences and artistic learning contexts. Emphasis is placed on developing the capacity to critically analyse problems, design investigations, and document scholarly work at an advanced level.

Key Facts

The programme centres on an original dissertation project supported by coursework, seminars, and participation in subject-didactic research environments. Doctoral candidates strengthen their competence in qualitative and quantitative approaches, science theory, ethics, and research practice while engaging with national and international academic communities. Opportunities for studies abroad, interdisciplinary collaboration, and continuous presentation of ongoing work contribute to the development of independent researchers capable of contributing new knowledge within this academic field.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Science Theory
Educational Theory
Research Ethics
Good Research Practice
Subject-Didactic Research
Educational Sciences

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

You can apply for and start this programme anytime.

More details

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Language

English

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

240 ECTS

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Göteborg, Sweden

Disciplines

Art Education

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Academic requirements

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

English requirements

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90

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

Master's degree, or at least 240 credits including 60 credits at second-cycle level, or equivalent knowledge.
Teaching qualifications including 30 second-cycle credits in a relevant field.
A degree project or equivalent independent project of at least 15 second-cycle credits.
At least 90 credits in arts-based knowledge.
Good proficiency in Swedish.
Ability to understand and write academic English.
Equivalent qualifications or relevant professional experience may be considered.

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Tuition Fees

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International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

Free
EU/EEA Applies to you

Applies to you

EU/EEA Nationals

Free

Additional Details

PhD students do not pay tuition fees..

Living costs

Göteborg

Sweden

7552 - 13932 SEK / month

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