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PhD Creative Industries at Edinburgh Napier University

Edinburgh Napier University, United Kingdom

Programme overview

A PhD is awarded on completion of a long programme of supervised research that contributes new knowledge to the field, assessed by a thesis of up to 100,000 words and an oral examination (viva voce). Research training is provided alongside supervision.

Faculty: School of Arts and Creative Industries  |  Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time  |  Study mode: full-time; also available part-time and distance learning  |  Intake: October / March  |  Location: Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Minimum qualification: 2nd class degree (UK) or equivalent. English language: IELTS Academic 6.5 overall with no component less than 6.0. Applications are accepted at any time for the October or March intake.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,075 a year (2026/27). UK annual research degree fee, full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 20,380 a year (2026/27). International annual research degree fee, full-time Source

Intake: October / March

Duration: 3 years full-time; 5 years part-time

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