University of Northampton

Acting MPhil/PhD including Practice-Based in the Arts/PhD by Published works

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

If you have a degree in Acting or a related field, our Acting MPhil, PhD, or PhD by Published Works study is a fantastic way to broaden your knowledge and research abilities. A successful defence of the final thesis will provide the researcher the highest accreditation that any UK institution can bestow, as well as a good opportunity to advance into senior managerial positions within the sector. Learn more about the Art and Design Research Centre and the Centre for Cultural and Literary Studies.

The deadline for applications for the next October admission is August 1, and the deadline for the next March intake is December 11.

Key highlights

  • Routes include MPhil, PhD, practice-based PhD and PhD by Published Works
  • Successful thesis defence earns the highest academic award in the UK
  • Research links with the Art and Design Research Centre
  • Connections to the Centre for Cultural and Literary Studies

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — to include related subject; or above

Scholarships

  • Alumni PGCE Bursary Award

    This will be a £500 cash payment that will not have to be repaid and does not affect the payment of a student’s maintenance loans.

    Up to £500

  • Chevening Scholarships

  • Sir John Lowther Scholarship

    The Sir John Lowther Scholarship provides financial awards of up to £2,000 to a postgraduate student within the Arts.

    Up to £1,000

Careers this course leads to

  • University lecturer in acting
  • Drama researcher
  • Senior arts manager
  • Theatre director
  • Acting coach

Cost of study

International: £16,850

Admission

Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to University of Northampton, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.

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