PhD in Arts by Research – Mary Immaculate College – linked with University of Limerick

Institution providing the doctoral degree

Mary Immaculate College – linked with University of Limerick

Location

Limerick | Ireland

Name of PHD

PhD in Arts by Research

Research Clusters
  • Fine Arts – Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Drawing, Decorative Art, Scenographic Art
  • Performing Arts – Drama and Theatre Studies, Dance and Ballet, Performative Practices (Theory and/or Practice)
  • Multimedia Arts, Audio-visual Techniques and Media Production
  • History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage
  • Art Curating
  • Musical and Vocal Performance
  • Music and Media
  • Other fields

Duration

Full time: 4 years

Public / Private institution

Public University

Financial terms of the PHD position
  • PhD fully funded and with a stipend by the university
  • 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
  • PhD Fully funded with a stipend by the University but you have both to work on the PHD and complete a number of teaching hours

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.mic.ul.ie/current-students/student-information/fees-charges-grants?index=1

Funding resources:
https://www.mic.ul.ie/current-students/student-information/fees-charges-grants?index=2

https://www.mic.ul.ie/study-at-mic/scholarships https://www.mic.ul.ie/research/research-graduate-school/supports/scholarships-funding-fees?index=0

Final output

The PhD is assessed by the submission of a research thesis and defence of same at a Viva Voce examination.

How to apply

Deadline for Applications: Variable 

This programme is suitable for EU and Non-EU Applicants:

  1. EU Applicants – Applicants from EU/Worked in EU for the last 3 years
  2. Non-EU Applicants – Applicants living/working outside of the EU

Please ensure you read the information specific to your region below and follow the correct application route.

EU Applicants

After you have read How to Apply for a Research Postgraduate programme at MIC,

Non-EU Applicants

For advice on visas and the practicalities of living in Ireland, please contact the International office at International@mic.ul.ie.

After you have read How to Apply for a Research Postgraduate programme at MIC

EU/Non-EU Status Assessments

The designation of a student as being from the EU or a Non-EU country determines the fees they will pay at Mary Immaculate College (MIC) i.e. there may be cases where a non-EU national acquires EEA citizenship during the course of their third level studies and would qualify for EU fees, for example.

Click here for more information on EU/Non-EU assessments which will be conducted by MIC International office to determine status.

Entry requirements

Entry Requirements for Research Degrees at MIC

The requirements listed below are the minimum requirements set by Mary Immaculate College. Individual faculties and programmes may have specific requirements. Applicants are requested to identify a potential supervisor before submitting an application for a research programme.

The primary degrees referred to in this section are Level 8 or equivalent honours degrees as defined by the National Framework of Qualifications. The usual minimum requirements for entry to a research master’s, professional doctorate or PhD degree are:

a) An appropriate master’s or equivalent qualification that has been obtained from a university or other institution recognised by Mary Immaculate College following a period of study similar to that required in Mary Immaculate College. (A student who holds a master’s degree in a discipline other than that in which the doctoral research is intended to be pursued shall be considered for entry under 5.4.1b)

or

b) An honours primary bachelor’s degree with a minimum classification of 2.1 honours or equivalent qualification.

or

c) An honours primary bachelor’s degree with a classification of 2.2 honours or equivalent qualification. (Students who enrol with a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent will be required to undergo a progression review after the first six months of their programme of study)

or

d) A degree, or equivalent qualification, other than that specified in 5.4.1a, 5.4.1b or 5.4.1c and a minimum of four years’ acceptable professional experience at an appropriate and relevant level may be considered for entry to the masters register. Students within this category without a minimum of four years’ acceptable professional experience will be considered for entry under regulation 5.4.3.

For further information on the Research Postgraduate Academic Regulations, please see Chapter 5  of the MIC Handbook of Academic Regulations & Procedures.

Entry requirements may vary according to country of origin. For information that is specific to your home country, click here. English language requirements: https://www.mic.ul.ie/international/international/essential-information/english-language-requirements

Contact / Web page
Research & Graduate School | RGSO@mic.ul.ie
https://www.mic.ul.ie/faculty-of-arts/programme/ma-phd-in-arts-by-research?index=0

Additional information

The PhD is awarded by University of Limerick.

Info for international students: https://www.mic.ul.ie/international

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