

PhD in Art and Design – Staffordshire University
Staffordshire University
Stoke on Trent, Stafford and London | England, United Kingdom
PhD in Art and Design
- Fine Arts – Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Drawing, Decorative Art, Scenographic Art
- Multimedia Arts, Audio-visual Techniques and Media Production
- Design – Graphic Design; Industrial Design; Fashion Design; Textile Design…
- History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage
3 to 4 years full-time, 5 to 6 years part-time.
Public 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
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.staffs.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate/home
Funding resources:
https://www.staffs.ac.uk/student-life/fees-and-finance/postgraduate/home
You can find in detail info about the submission of the thesis and the research degree examination at the following link: https://www.staffs.ac.uk/students/course-administration/academic-policies-and-regulations/postgraduate-research-regulations?utm_
Normally a minimum of 2:1 in undergraduate degree and masters-level qualification or equivalent professional experience, to be evaluated based on the application form, research proposal and interview.
In addition, applicants for creative arts or practice-based research degrees may also be asked to provide a portfolio to be assessed as part of the selection process.
International students The standard minimum IELTS Academic requirement is 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each band. Some disciplines may require a higher IELTS score in line with professional and regulatory requirements. Some International students are also required to meet UKVI requirements for the appropriate study visa. A valid ATAS certificate (where required) must be secured as a prerequisite to enrolment.
| Enquiries for the Graduate School | graduateschool@staffs.ac.uk |
| https://www.staffs.ac.uk/research/postgraduate-research/postgraduate-research-courses |
Info for international students:
https://www.staffs.ac.uk/international/your-application-journey/visa-and-immigration-advice
Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: English

