Overview

Museum Studies at the University of Aberdeen is an interdisciplinary field and students at Aberdeen can draw on the expertise of staff from a wide range of disciplines including Anthropology, Education, Philosophy, and Politics, as well as on the internationally important collections of the University Museums.

Features

The PhD in Museum Studies is a research degree that is available as a campus-based or distance learning option.

It requires the candidate to make an original and significant contribution to the discipline of Museum Studies.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Museum Studies is an interdisciplinary field and so a supervisory team may involve a member of staff from outside of the School of Social Science, though it is expected that the primary supervisor will be in Social Science.

Many staff across the University have interests in museums and collections-based research.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

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More details

Before you apply, you need to choose a research area and contact the supervisor to discuss the research proposal.

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

90

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Museum Studies View 9 other PhDs in Museum Studies in United Kingdom

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

Applicants for this programme must have a good honours degree in a related subject and must normally provide evidence of postgraduate training in research methods.

Applicants must provide a detailed research proposal and two academic references from their most recent academic institution.

Students with lengthy professional experience may submit a reference from an employer but should discuss this with the Programme Director in advance.

Tuition Fee

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International

21700 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21700 GBP per year during 36 months.

Living costs for Aberdeen

729 - 1069 GBP /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

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