University of Northampton

Fine Art MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published works

University of NorthamptonWaterside Campus, Northampton

Course overview

The University of Northampton offers a choice of study within this Fine Art MPhil/PhD/PhD by Published Works, which includes Practiced Based in the Arts. The MPhil/PhD Fine Art is a research project, which may involve your already-established practice or may require the development of new modes of practice specific to the project. The programme offers an excellent route to expand your knowledge and research skills.

We offer a supportive, stimulating, and creative environment in which to develop your doctoral research. We welcome applications from graduates in Fine Art or a similar discipline, with a wide range of backgrounds, here in the UK and internationally. Find out more about the Research Centre for Art and Design.

The closing dates for applications for the next October intake is 1 August and for the next March intake is 11 December.

Key highlights

  • Choice of MPhil, PhD or PhD by Published Works routes
  • Practice-based research option in the arts
  • Research project can build on your established artistic practice
  • Opportunity to develop new modes of practice for your project
  • Develops advanced knowledge and research skills
  • Research supported through the Research Centre for Art and Design

Entry requirements

  • Degree: 2:1 — We expect all applicants to have a good first degree at 2.1 or 1:1 Honours degree from a UK university (or equivalent), and usually to have a Masters degree in a relevant discipline (or equivalent research experience).

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

  • Practising artist
  • University lecturer in fine art
  • Art researcher
  • Gallery curator
  • Arts consultant

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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