Design and Creative Arts PhD
Loughborough University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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We have a thriving doctoral research community made up of full-time and part-time UK, EU, and international students. Through the impact of our research we strive to make a substantive contribution to academia, society, and the economy.Studying for a doctorate offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and personal growth. As a doctoral researcher, you will be responsible for managing your own schedule and developing your own ideas and approach, while being supported every step of the ...Read more

We have a thriving doctoral research community made up of full-time and part-time UK, EU, and international students. Through the impact of our research we strive to make a substantive contribution to academia, society, and the economy.Studying for a doctorate offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and personal growth. As a doctoral researcher, you will be responsible for managing your own schedule and developing your own ideas and approach, while being supported every step of the way.The aim of a PhD is to make a novel contribution to knowledge and to discover something that no-one else has done before. You may have already identified the research area which interests you, in which case you will need to see if this is something we specialise in.

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22/279
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7th
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Pegah
03 Mar 26

The best part of my university experience has been the people and the academic environment. I’ve met supportive lecturers and thoughtful students from different backgrounds, which..Read more

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Erica
03 Mar 26

The environment is amazing. Accommodation is a comfortable and neat..Read more

Entry requirements

A minimum of a 2:1 honours degree (or equivalent international qualification) in a related subject.

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£5,006 per year

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£28,600 per year

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£28,600 per year

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Pegah
03 Mar 26
Design and Creative Arts PhD
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03 Mar 26
Foundation Studies in Art and Design
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Loughborough University
Loughborough University , Loughborough

Loughborough University has two campuses for postgraduate study - Loughborough campus is located in the heart of England and our...

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Loughborough University
Epinal Way Loughborough Leicestershire LE11 3TU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Loughborough  1.1 miles away
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