| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-01-01 | - |
| 2024-04-01 | - |
| 2024-09-01 | - |
Program Overview
This research degree at Cambridge School of Art empowers students to delve into fine art, ranging from art history to painting and printmaking. Guided by expert supervision, students conduct critical research, contextualizing their work within theory and practice, ultimately contributing to the field through distinctive research findings. The program offers access to state-of-the-art facilities and collaborations with renowned institutions.
Program Outline
Teaching:
Students will be supervised by experienced staff in most areas of contemporary fine art, including painting, printmaking, objects, installation, interdisciplinary work with sound and video, performance art, and landscape mapping.
Other:
Students will have access to printmaking and sculpture workshops, photography dark rooms, a life drawing studio, computer suites for video production and digital imaging, and four Mac suites with Adobe Creative Suite software.
UK students:
• Full-time: £4,786 per year • Part-time: £2,392 per year
International students:
• Full-time: £15,900 per year • Part-time: £7,950 per year
Bench Fees:
• £500 • £1,200 • £2,200 • £4,500 • £8,900
PhD by Published Work:
• Initial registration: £1,500 • Full registration: £4,500
Writing-up Fees (2024/25):
£1,200
Payment: Fees can be paid upfront, in full or in installments.
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
- MPhil or PhD with progression from MPhil: You’ll need a Bachelors degree or equivalent with first or upper second class honours, in a related subject area.
- PhD: You’ll need a Masters degree or equivalent in a related subject area.
- Please note we consider candidates for PhD with progression from MPhil in the first instance.
- You'll be required to submit a portfolio of your practical work to date as part of your application.
Language Proficiency Requirements:
- If English is not your first language, you'll require a minimum IELTS score of 6.5, with a minimum of 5.5 in each component (or equivalent test).
