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Full time | University of Sussex | 4 years | SEP-24

Study mode

Full time

Duration

4 years

Start date

SEP-24

Key information
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Qualification type

PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

Subject areas

Art History

Course type

Research

Course Summary

From world-leading research to our radical approach to the histories of art, from exceptional links with museums and galleries to Brighton’s distinctive arts culture - you will find Sussex a truly exceptional place to work on your research project.

Areas of Study

We offer research supervision in the history of art and architecture, including:

  • visual and material cultures
  • photography studies
  • sound studies
  • feminist and queer art history
  • British and North American art
  • surrealism and its legacies
  • art historiography and the history of art writing
  • history of museums and collections
  • Victorian art and architecture
  • Byzantine art
  • Renaissance art
  • art and empire

For a PhD, your research work makes a substantial original contribution to knowledge or understanding in your chosen field.

Tuition fees

UK fees
Course fees for UK students

Fees are not yet set for entry in the academic year 2024/25. Fees will become available once set by United Kingdom Research and Innovation.

International fees
Course fees for EU and international students

For this course (per year)

£21,500

Entry requirements

Degree requirements: You’re normally expected to have a master’s degree and an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree. Subject-specific requirements: Your qualification should be in art history or a related subject such as history, architecture, English, archaeology, anthropology, or cultural studies. You should also show evidence of engagement with art history at an advanced level. You may also be considered for the degree if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing.