PhD in Art History – University of Aberdeen

Institution providing the doctoral degree

University of Aberdeen

Location

Aberdeen | Scotland, United Kingdom

Name of PHD

PhD in Art History

Research Clusters

History and Theory of Art + Cultural Heritage

Duration

Duration: Full-time 36 months; part-time 60 months. We offer research students the option of commencing study in January or September. We also now offer an Extended PhD (full time 48 months; part time 96 months) – please see full details here: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/dhpa/courses/postgraduate-research/phd-research/?utm_

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.abdn.ac.uk/students/finance/tuition-fees

Funding resources:
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/funding/644

Final output

All the info about research thesis are described in detail at the following link: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/media/site/library/documents/guides/qggen009.pdf

How to apply

Application procedure:
https://www.abdn.ac.uk/study/postgraduate-research/apply/

Entry requirements

Normally, the minimum entrance requirement for admission to the PhD is a degree with Second Class Honours (Upper Division) in an appropriate field, or equivalent. It is preferable that you hold a Masters in the chosen area of study as well.

Alongside your application form, you will need to upload the following supporting documents online:

Copies of your undergraduate and graduate degree certificates
Academic transcripts for your undergraduate and graduate degrees.
Two academic references; either the details of your referees provided on your application form or uploaded online with your application.
Your research proposal
If English is not your first language and you have not studied previously at an institution in the UK, you will need to demonstrate your proficiency in English by taking an IELTS, TOEFL or PTE academic test.

International Applicants

Additional details for international applicants, including country-specific information, are available here.