Art and Design

Entry requirements

For MPhil

• First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or an approved equivalent award

or

• Research or professional experience which has resulted in appropriate evidence of achievement

For PhD

• Postgraduate Masters Degree in a discipline which is appropriate to the proposed programme of study

or

• First or Upper Second Class Honours Degree or equivalent award in an appropriate discipline

or

• Research or professional experience at postgraduate level which has resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of achievement

Months of entry

January, September

Course content

We welcome applications to undertake research towards MPhil and PhD degrees in Art and Design.

We offer students either an MPhil (Master of Philosophy) in Art and Design or PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) in Art and Design.

Key features

• Supervision by experienced researchers and practitioners in Art and Design.
• Opportunities to engage with practice-based and theoretical research.
• Access to specialist facilities including studios, workshops, and digital labs.
• Benefit from the International Centre for the Picture Book in Society and the Journal of Illustration.
• Flexible study options: full-time or part-time (up to six years).
• Tailored supervision and support through the Researcher Development Programme (RDP)

Careers

Career benefits of pursuing a PhD or MPhil in Art and Design at the University of Worcester:

• Creative and academic leadership:
  Develop advanced expertise in illustration, performance, sound art, and interdisciplinary practices, preparing you for leadership roles in academia, cultural institutions, and the creative industries.
• Professional recognition and influence:
  Engage with internationally recognised platforms such as the International Centre for the Picture Book in Society and the Journal of Illustration, enhancing your visibility and impact in the field.
• Practice-led and theoretical research excellence:
  Build a portfolio that integrates creative practice with critical inquiry, equipping you for roles in research, teaching, and curatorial work.
• Access to specialist facilities and networks:
  Benefit from dedicated studios, workshops, and digital labs, and collaborate with experienced researchers and practitioners in a vibrant, interdisciplinary environment.
• Flexible study pathways for career integration:
  Choose full-time or part-time study options that support your professional commitments while advancing your research and career goals.
• Culturally engaged research opportunities:
  Explore themes such as identity, mental health, and folk cultures, positioning yourself to contribute to socially relevant and impactful creative work.

Information for international students

Any applicants whose first language is not English or who have not been educated wholly or mainly in the medium of English must reach a minimum IELTS score of 7.0 with a score of 7 in writing (or equivalent in an approved test in English) or otherwise demonstrate that they have an adequate command of both written and spoken English before starting a programme.