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Master of Art History and Theory

University of Essex

  • Colchester, United Kingdom
  • 1, 2 years
  • English
  • On campus
  • Master

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About the program

Doctor of Philosophy in Art History and Theory is a 3-year full-time doctoral research degree offered by the School of Philosophical, Historical, and Interdisciplinary Studies at the University of Essex.

Program highlights

  • Internship available: no
  • Placement support: yes
  • Work during study: yes
  • Post-study work rights (2): yes
  • PR pathway friendly: no

What you will learn

  • Design and undertake an original research project in Art History and Theory. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
  • and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.

Career outcomes

  • Academic institutions
  • National or regional museums and galleries
  • Curators
  • Arts-related professions

Curriculum

  • Research degree with no taught timetable: you carry out an independent project in Art History and Theory under academic supervision and report it in a thesis. Study lasts 3 to 4 years full time
  • A supervisory board meets twice a year to review progress.

Entry requirements

Academic

  • UK entry: We will consider a 2:1 or above (or international equivalent)
  • You must demonstrate your capacity to conduct independent research and a well-developed research proposal is also essential.
  • International equivalents are listed by country on the course page.

Accepted academic background

Good master's degree (or UK 2:1/2:2 honours for some courses) in a related subject, Research proposal or department pro forma, CV, References.

Other requirements

  • Interview required

Documents you’ll need

  • Academic Transcripts
  • English Language Test Results
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research Proposal.

How to apply

  1. Check the course page
  2. Research proposal needs and deadlines. Apply online through the postgraduate application system. Upload transcripts
  3. English language evidence
  4. Research proposal or department pro forma
  5. CV and references as the course asks. Attend an interview if the department requires one. Accept the offer and pay the tuition fee deposit (or show recognised sponsor funding) to receive your CAS. Apply for a Student visa with the CAS and proof of funds.

Other costs

Tuition per year£25,075, £21,675 GBP
Application fee£50 GBP
Deposit£32,502 GBP

Program details

CampusColchester Campus
Faculty or schoolFaculty of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
DepartmentSchool of Philosophical, Historical, and Interdisciplinary Studies
Teaching languageEnglish
Credit value180
Study paceFixed
Post-study stay2
Scholarship noteScholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university.

Intakes and deadlines

  • Program starts

    January 2027

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    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    October 2027

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    No deadline listed

  • Program starts

    January 2028

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    No deadline listed

Frequently asked questions

  • The program takes 1, 2 years.