PhD in Traditional Arts – The King’s Foundation – School of Traditional Arts awarded by University of Wales – Trinity Saint David
The King’s Foundation – School of Traditional Arts awarded by University of Wales – Trinity Saint David
London | England, United Kingdom
PhD in Traditional Arts
- Fine Arts – Painting, Sculpture, Printmaking, Drawing, Decorative Art, Scenographic Art
- Design – Graphic Design; Industrial Design; Fashion Design; Textile Design…
- Other fields
Full time: 3 to 4 years
Part time: 6 to 8 years
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://schooloftraditionalarts.org/education/postgraduate-programmes/research-degrees
Funding resources:
From time to time there may be funding available. If you require financial assistance, please indicate this in your application and remind the Registrar if you reach the interview stage of the process.
Students undertaking doctoral research with us are expected to present substantial creative work – e.g. as an exhibition of art or design work (perhaps including media output) supported by appropriate documentation.
In addition submissions include a written component of between 20,000 (minimum) and 50,000 (maximum) words. The written submission should articulate the:
- relevant context(s) of the research – artistic, design, critical, historical, theoretical
- area of enquiry arising from the context
- critical reflection on the research methods used, including arts practice
- research findings
- original contribution to knowledge resulting from the research.
How to apply: Prior to beginning your online application, ensure that you have read all the details about applying. Also remember to forward all supporting materials to the Registrar at ririko.suzuki@kings-foundation.org. Ensure you have provided emails for your referees and that they expect to be contacted by the Registrar to provide a reference.
Following completion of your application, you will be prompted to pay a £30 application fee. A confirmation email will arrive shortly once you’ve completed your payment.
Applicants for MPhil or PhD degrees are expected to have a BA, 2:1 or above, or a Master’s degree, awarded by a UK or other recognised university or higher education institution, or by the Council for National Academic Awards (CNAA).
Applicants who do not have these minimum entrance qualifications may be considered for non-standard entry. In this case, the Admissions Committee has the responsibility to ensure that candidates can demonstrate equivalent academic ability, for example, they may have the required knowledge, skills and training due to their work or other previous experience.
The School will follow processes outlined by the University of Wales Trinity St David to assess the applicant’s prior skills and knowledge and determine their suitability to undertake research.
All applicants must be capable of satisfying the Admissions Committee that their proficiency in English is sufficient to allow them to research and prepare and defend their thesis in English.
Applicants whose first language is not English, and who have not completed prior degrees in English, will require a minimum overall IELTS score from a recognised UKVI centre of 6.5 (to include a minimum score of 6.5 in both reading and writing).
All admissions must finally be approved by the University of Wales Trinity St David before applicants may proceed with studies.
We encourage applicants to arrange an informal meeting with faculty before making an application. Please contact the Registrar if you would like to arrange this.
Info for international students: https://www.gov.uk/student-visa
The School does not normally provide visas for research students. As a priority these are allocated to our MA students as their course is full-time and in London. There are rare exceptions to this. If you are interested, we suggest you set up an informational interview to discuss this with a member of staff or indicate your interest on your application.
Languages used within the program and for thesis writing and discussion: English.