PhD Performing Arts and Production at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

The School of Creatives offers a stimulating and supportive intellectual environment, consisting of a diverse culture of interdisciplinary postgraduate research. You’ll benefit from working with a team of both research-active and industry-connected supervisors.

Faculty: School of Arts, Culture & Environment | Department: Performing Arts and Production | Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MA by Research: 2 years full-time; MA by Research: 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, distance learning | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

MA or MSc by Research/MRes At least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area PhD A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. Applications from a range of diverse backgrounds We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement. IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent. Research proposal Your application should include a research proposal up to 1,000 words (excluding references/

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,350 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 13,425 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028

Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MA by Research: 2 years full-time; MA by Research: 3

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