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PhD - Research Degrees

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What will I learn?

Research degrees are awarded in recognition of significant contributions to knowledge and scholarship produced through the development of original research through supervised, self-directed study. Research Degree supervision is offered within or across both theoretical and practice-based programmes in art and architecture design including fashion and textiles film and animation and performance where AUB can provide appropriately qualified supervision. The format of study for a research degree (MPhil/PhD) is very different from a taught degree. As a research student, you will engage in a programme of independent research and/or practice based work. Following discussion with the Director of Studies you will be assigned one, or sometimes two, second supervisors with whom you will plan your programme of research and with whom you will have regular tutorials to support your study throughout your time as a student. A PhD is awarded in recognition of a significant contribution to knowledge and understanding. The thesis should contain material which is worthy of publication or public presentation. The doctorate must represent a more substantial individual achievement and demonstrate recognisably greater depth than an MPhil.

Which department am I in?

Arts University Bournemouth

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£17,500.00 (US$ 22,600) per year
Writing-up fee: £990.

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

Expected September 2026

Venue

Arts University Bournemouth

Wallisdown, Poole,

Poole,

Dorset,

BH12 5HH, Southern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You will normally be expected to have: An upper second class honours degree (2:1) from a recognised higher education institution. Also, a Masters level qualification in an appropriate subject to be considered for registration for MPhil / PhD at AUB. In some instances, applicants without this requirement may be considered if they can demonstrate appropriate alternative qualifications, professional experience or previous research and an understanding of research methodologies appropriate to their proposed programme of study.

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

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