Embark on a rigorous academic journey with the PhD Art History and Visual Culture by Practice at the University of Exeter, an interdisciplinary programme designed for aspiring researchers passionate about the intricate histories and evolving theories of art, design, and cultural studies. You will delve into diverse research areas, from curatorial practices and Renaissance architecture to visual cultures of health and the history of erotica. This PhD is ideal if you seek to contribute original scholarship to a field that critically examines how we understand and interpret the visual world, engaging with complex themes and methodologies.
This full-time, on-campus PhD, typically completed over four years, offers you the opportunity to conduct in-depth, practice-based research under expert supervision. You will work alongside faculty actively publishing on global art histories and curating exhibitions, benefiting from their extensive networks with arts institutions. Your research may involve collaboration across disciplines, exploring topics from traditional arts to new media. You will graduate with advanced research skills and a significant contribution to knowledge, prepared for academic careers, curatorial roles, or positions within cultural heritage organisations worldwide.