Overview

The Doctoral Study, PhD course from The Glasgow School of Art generation of new knowledge and understanding through creative practice, scholarship and criticism in Fine Art, Design, Craft, Architecture and related fields is central to the concept of research.

Key facts:

The researchers include internationally renowned artists, designers, architects, historians and critics. The PhD is a three-year postgraduate research degree programme based in one of GSA’s four schools – Fine Art, Design, Innovation and Technology and Architecture, supervised by a Primary Supervisor and up to two additional co-supervisors (one of which may be an academic in another institution, with approval from GSA). The programme offers full or part-time study, with a degree gained after 3 years (full-time) or 6 years (part-time) of study.

Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-28 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

59

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Glasgow, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 67 other PhDs in Visual Arts in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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80

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59

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Other requirements

General requirements

Applications for postgraduate programmes should be made directly to the School. Required documents for most programmes are as follows:

To apply for a PhD or MPhil at the GSA, applicants should normally have obtaineda minimum of an undergraduate degree with First or Upper Second Class Honours and (where required) an English Language IELTS score of 6.5 overall with no less than 6.5 in each component (or equivalent).
Completed Online Application Form
Digital Portfolio
Personal Statement (a concise critical self-evaluation of your work and the reasons for wishing to join the programme at GSA, approx. 500 words)
Evidence of Academic Qualifications (Certified photocopies/Transcripts
Academic References x 2
Evidence of English Language Proficiency e.g. IELTS (if appropriate
Copy of Passport (if appropriate)

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21000 GBP / year

≈ 21000 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5151 GBP / year

≈ 5151 GBP / year

Living costs

Glasgow

United Kingdom

620 - 1012 GBP / month

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

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Scholarships Information

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