PhD in Design – Manchester Metropolitan University

Institution providing the doctoral degree

Manchester Metropolitan University

Location

Manchester | England, United Kingdom

Name of PHD

PhD in Design

Research Clusters

  • Design – Graphic Design; Industrial Design; Fashion Design; Textile Design…
  • History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage

Duration

Full time: 3 years

Part time: 6 years

Public / Private institution

Public University

Financial terms of the PHD position

  • Self-funded PhD – you must provide both tuition and your own maintenance
  • PhD Fully or partially externally funded, with a stipend, through private or public foundations, scholarships, grants, one or more companies, or public institutions that you have to find on your own

It is important to know that many universities offer different funding options and public and private grants available to students who match the application criteria. Before applying, it is a good idea to check the institutions’ websites and inquire about the options available to you.

Many universities require applicants to pay fees such as matriculation or dissertation fees, even if they offer a fully funded programme with or without a stipend.

Fees:

https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-study/phd/fees

Funding resources:

https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-study/phd/funding

Final output

Most PhD students study for either three years full-time or six years part-time. They will write a thesis of around 80,000 words and present their research for examination.

How to apply

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements

To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification.

International postgraduate researchers must have strong English language skills.

We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.

Find out more about our standard entry requirements.

English language requirements
International students must show a high standard of English language ability. To check what you need, visit English language requirements.

Contact / Web page

Additional information

Info for international students: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/international

Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: English.