Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Apr 2027
Language
English
TOEFL iBT: 80. TOEFL iBT® is accepted by more than 13,000 universities and other institutions in over 160 countries. The test can be taken at a test center or at home. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30.
Delivered
On Campus, Online
Campus Location
- London, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Philosophy
Overview
A Doctor of Philosophy programme at University of the Arts London (UAL) of self-directed independent study that takes places within a framework of researcher and professional development and with the support of an experienced supervisory team.
Features
- PhD degrees are doctoral level awards which are the highest level of academic degree.
- A PhD is awarded following successful completion of a research project and thesis which offers a significant new contribution to knowledge in the chosen subject area.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Design curation
- Design theory and practice
- Painting
- Drawing
- Printmaking
- Global photographies
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class. Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems.
English requirements
TOEFL iBT: 80
Other requirements
General requirements
- Minimum entry requirement is an upper second class honours (2:1) degree or equivalent from a recognised higher education institution.
- However, a master's degree in an appropriate subject is considered to be a particularly valuable preparation for the academic and intellectual demands of an MPhil or PhD.
- In some instances, applicants without the minimum academic requirement may be considered for a place if they can demonstrate appropriate alternative qualifications, relevant professional experience, or previous research.
- Teaching experience is not a requirement for applicants, the quality of your research is the most important element of your application.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International — International tuition fees apply to students who are not citizens or permanent residents of the study country. In some regions, like the EU/EEA, or under certain agreements, students from partner countries may also pay domestic fees. Non-residents: 51,165 AUD / year (≈ 27,100 GBP / year)
- Domestic — Tuition fee for the domestic students. Citizens or residents: 12,876 AUD / year (≈ 6,820 GBP / year)
Living costs
London, United Kingdom: 2,147-4,072 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Doctor of Philosophy.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.
- UAL Travel Bursary — Provided by University of the Arts London (UAL), London, United Kingdom — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Anytime
- Study Abroad funding and awards — Provided by University of the Arts London (UAL), London, United Kingdom — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- University Hardship Fund — Provided by University of the Arts London (UAL), London, United Kingdom — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Study Abroad funding and awards — Provided by University of the Arts London (UAL), London, United Kingdom — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: Not specified
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Independent provider: U.S. government — Grant, Various benefits, Deadline: 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — Independent provider: ServiceScape — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — Independent provider: ACES Education Fund — Grant, 3500 USD, Deadline: 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Independent provider: OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation — Grant, Various benefits, Merit-based, Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students — Independent provider: Junhua Li — Grant, 19000 GBP, Merit-based, Deadline: Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Independent provider: Boustany Foundation — Grant, Various benefits, Merit-based, Deadline: 28 Feb 2027
- Amberscholar Scholarship — Independent provider: Amber Scholar — Grant, 6000 USD, Merit-based, Deadline: 31 Jan 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — Independent provider: IvyPanda — Grant, 1000 USD, Merit-based, Deadline: 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — Independent provider: Voice Talent Online — Grant, 1000 USD, Deadline: 01 Mar 2027
- Boustany Cambridge Pembroke Scholarship in Philosophy — Independent provider: Boustany Foundation — Grant, Various benefits, Merit-based, Deadline: 31 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — Independent provider: Salvado Law — Grant, 1000 USD, Merit-based, Deadline: 13 Jan 2027
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — Independent provider: UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) — Grant, 22500 GBP, Deadline: Not specified
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — Independent provider: Anonymous Hope Fund — Grant, 3000 USD, Need-based, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria — Independent provider: Leopold Figl Foundation — Grant, Various benefits, Need-based, Deadline: 31 Dec 2026
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — Independent provider: IELTS from 6 to 9 — Grant, 1500 USD, Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Independent provider: The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — Grant, 12000 USD, Deadline: 11 Jan 2027
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