History of art PhD
University of Brighton
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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University of Brighton

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The University of Brighton has an established reputation for pioneering research into art, design and material culture and is a recognised centre of excellence both nationally and internationally for design history.Taking a cross-disciplinary approach, researchers at all levels in the universitys Centre for Design History are involved in pushing the boundaries of the subject. Study at Brighton takes an inclusive definition of art and design in an expanded field, which embraces the conjunction ...Read more

The University of Brighton has an established reputation for pioneering research into art, design and material culture and is a recognised centre of excellence both nationally and internationally for design history.

Taking a cross-disciplinary approach, researchers at all levels in the university's Centre for Design History are involved in pushing the boundaries of the subject. Study at Brighton takes an inclusive definition of art and design in an expanded field, which embraces the conjunction of professional and non-professional practices; digital and analogue artefacts, and the de-centring of art and design practice away from the singular object to complex ecologies, objects and systems.

As such, research and enterprise at Brighton offers real opportunities to develop wide social and economic impact via our links with the cultural sector, particularly museums and art galleries, government and voluntary sectors, arts and community engagement, and importantly, creative businesses.

Close professional contact for History of Art PhD students leads to innovative research collaborations with national institutions such as the Design Museum and Victoria and Albert Museum, as well as with local collections and centres of historical interest such as the University of Brighton Design Archives; the Royal Pavilion and Museums Brighton and Hove, with its collection of decorative art and design of designated international status; the Keep, East Sussex Record Office; Charleston Farmhouse, home of members of the Bloomsbury Group; Ditchling Museum, and the De La Warr Pavilion, Bexhill.

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36th
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70th
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Entry requirements

The entry requirements for the PhD are: a recognised Master’s degree with a significant research component, for example MPhil from another university, or similar qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant or substantial appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level which resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment. An application made by someone with this experience will be considered on its merits and will normally require independent academic references or, unless a School exercises their right to specify more stringent entry requirements, we may consider a first or upper second honours degree or other qualification which is regarded by the University of Brighton as being equivalent and relevant.

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£4,796 per year

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £4,796. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

£15,900 per year

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

£15,900 per year

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The fee for 2024/25 entry is: £15,900. There might be slight increase in fee for 2025/26 entry.

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University of Brighton
University of Brighton , Brighton

Located on England’s beautiful south coast, the University of Brighton is a buzzing multi-campus university with a diverse student...

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Mithras House Lewes Road Brighton Brighton & Hove BN2 4AT United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Moulsecoomb  0.2 miles away

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