PhD Art History, Theory and Criticism at University of California, San Diego

Programme overview

The PhD in art history, theory, and criticism offers an alternative to other art history PhDs, treating fine art, media and new media, design and popular culture as part of a broad inquiry into the art world. A concentration in art practice is available for artists whose work engages in art historical and cultural research.

Department: Visual Arts | Study mode: full-time | Location: La Jolla, CA, United States

What you will study

Eighteen courses (72 units) of core, breadth and elective requirements including VIS 200 or 204, apprentice teaching and graduate teaching, breadth seminars across periods and regions, at least six art history seminars, working knowledge of two foreign languages (one for the art practice concentration), and a qualifying examination. Students entering with a relevant MA complete nine courses (36 units).

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Application information

Entry requirements

University admission (graduate level): a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or the equivalent and a minimum B (3.0/4.0) average in upper-division or prior graduate work. Programme page (catalog): Test Scores and Examinations: Applicants must provide scores on their Graduate Record Examination (GRE). The Pearson Test of English Academic (PTE Academic): The minimum PTE academic score required for graduate admission is overall score 65. Letters of Recommendation: Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation.

UC San Diego enrolls for Fall term only.

Apply through the official page: https://connect.grad.ucsd.edu/apply/

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