Study PhD Museology at University of Manchester in the UK, School of Arts, Languages and Cultures

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

You will prepare your thesis under the guidance of two supervisors. Progress is monitored at regular meetings of your research panel (two supervisors plus an independent reviewer). The aim of the programme is to support you in becoming an independent research. We encourage you to disseminate your work at seminars and conferences, and in recognised journals or equivalents publications.The programme culminates in the submission of an 80,000-word dissertation that makes an original contribution to Museum Studies. As a Postgraduate Researcher in the department of Art History and Cultural Practices, you will join a vibrant community with access to exciting research seminars and other events, such the Visiting Pilkington Professor series and the Whitworth Studies series.

Which department am I in?

School of Arts, Languages and Cultures

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees

£22,500.00 (US$ 29,057) per year

This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

Start date

September 2026

Venue

Main Campus

Oxford Road,

Manchester,

Greater Manchester,

M13 9PL, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Students require A Bachelors (Honours) degree at 2:1 level or above (or its international equivalent) in a related subject; and a UK Master's degree with an overall average of 65% or higher, with a minimum of 65% in the dissertation and with no mark below 55% (or its international equivalent) in a related subject

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.