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PhD of Visual Arts

Western University

London, Canada
4 years
English
On campus
PhD

About the program

A four-year studio-based degree in contemporary art.

Program highlights

Internship available: no
Placement support: yes
Work during study: yes
Post-study work rights (Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)): yes
PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

Learners studying Visual Arts can develop the ability to develop creative concepts
Use relevant production tools and critique work using professional
Audience and ethical considerations. These are indicative learning goals
Not a confirmed list of the university's assessed course outcomes.

Career outcomes

Artist
Curator
Illustrator
Gallery owner
Animator
Graphic designer
Art administrator
Video game designer
Art teacher
Art therapist
Art conservator

Curriculum

Four years
120 credit hours. Studio-based study in drawing
Painting
Sculpture
Printmaking
Photography
New media
Installation
Time-based practice and textile/fibre art
Plus art history and visual culture
Facilities include printshops
Darkrooms
A sculpture studio with kilns and a new media lab.

Entry requirements

Academic

An MA degree in art history
Visual culture or curatorial studies or an MFA or MVA with an average of at least 80% (A-). Students with equivalent qualifications in relevant visual fields such as film or media studies will also be considered if they can demonstrate significant professional experience and accomplishments in the...

Accepted academic background

Master's degree or equivalent from a recognized university, College or institute with evidence of research potential (direct entry from a bachelor's degree at the programme's discretion), Programme-specific supervisor, References and documents

Language tests

IELTS 6.5
TOEFL iBT 86
Duolingo 115

Documents you’ll need

Academic transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended
Referee contact details
Evidence of English proficiency if applicable
Program-specific supplementary documents if required

How to apply

Check the program page for requirements and the international deadline. Create an applicant account and apply online; the application fee is 185 CAD
non-refundable (some programs charge differently). Upload transcripts from every post-secondary institution (unofficial copies are enough to apply; English translation if needed)
enter referee emails and add program documents such as CV
statement or writing samples. SGPS does a preliminary check
then the program decides. Accept the offer in Student Center by the date in the offer letter and send official transcripts to [email protected].

Other costs

Tuition per year	$7,794 CAD
Application fee	$185 CAD
Deposit	$31,242 CAD

Program details

Campus	London (main campus)
Faculty or school	Faculty of Arts and Humanities
Department	Visual Arts
Teaching language	English
Credit value	_
Study pace	_
Post-study stay	Up to 3 years (3 years if the programme is 2 years or more; otherwise up to programme length) (Post-Graduation Work Permit; one-time; programme of at least 8 months, full-time, at a PGWP-eligible DLI; language CLB/NCLC 7; no field-of-study requirement; apply within 180 days of completion)
Scholarship note	_

Intakes and deadlines

Program starts
May 2027
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September 2027
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January 2028
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Frequently asked questions

The program takes 4 years.