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PhD Postgraduate Research in Art and Design at University of Wolverhampton

University of Wolverhampton, United Kingdom

Programme overview

PhD research programme in Art and Design within the Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Science, supporting students in developing research skills and methods alongside IT, presentation and career-planning skills.

Department: School of Social Science, Humanities and Creative Industries  |  Duration: Full-time 4 years; part-time 8 years  |  Intake: 5 October 2026, 4 January 2027, 3 May 2027  |  Location: Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Current and recent research topics include classical and modern portraiture and contemporary art.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Applicants for a research degree shall normally hold a first or upper second class honours degree, or a master's degree, or evidence of prior practice or learning that is accepted by the University, or a qualification regarded by the University as equivalent to a first or upper second-class honours degree. Applicants must demonstrate English proficiency of at least IELTS 7.0 (or equivalent) with no individual element below 6.0, except where exempt under UKVI regulations.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time research degree fee, UK home, taught in the UK; provisional Source

Intake: 5 October 2026, 4 January 2027, 3 May 2027

Duration: Full-time 4 years; part-time 8 years

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