Embark on your academic journey with the Art and Design PhD at Birmingham City University, a programme designed for aspiring scholars seeking to make a significant contribution to the fields of art, design, and the creative industries. You will delve into a unique area of interest, developing deep expertise and generating world-leading insights. This doctoral research degree is ideal for those who wish to push the boundaries of knowledge, whether through practice-led research or text-based scholarship, and who are eager to engage with a vibrant academic community.
This PhD is typically studied full-time on campus over three to four years, or part-time over four to seven years, allowing flexibility to fit around your life. Your initial period will focus on refining your research proposal and plan, supported by a dedicated supervisory team and the PGCert in Research Practice. You will then undertake in-depth research, culminating in the writing and examination of your thesis, which may be presented through artwork, artefact, exhibition, performance, or a written document. You will graduate as a recognised scholar and expert in your field, eligible to use the title ‘Doctor’, ready for academic or professional research careers.