About the course

A photography research degree offers you the opportunity to explore innovative practice as research through the production of an original body of work. You’ll develop your practice from a coherent research process – demonstrating a critical appreciation of the context of production and siting. You’ll draw upon and extend existing literature and practices, and you’ll show that the research makes an original contribution to knowledge. Alternatively, a PhD in Photography can be wholly historical or theoretical, conforming to the conventions of a traditional written theses.

　　PhD research enables photographers to progress their career by enabling their practice to develop, especially through the production of a large body of coherent work. PhD researchers also establish research capabilities and credentials. The final resulting work can be submitted for publication or exhibition to appropriate contexts. For others, the PhD represents an opportunity to commit to a passion or interest that is both personally meaningful, and results in a high-level qualification. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 4 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
February, 2024	Cheltenham
October, 2024	Cheltenham
February, 2025	Cheltenham
October, 2025	Cheltenham
February, 2026	Cheltenham

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Gloucestershire

MA by Research/MRes: at least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area

　　PhD: a master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic

　　Candidates who do not possess a master’s degree that includes research methods training at an advanced level are required to complete research methods training

　　All applicants will be interviewed to ascertain experience, aptitude and current level of innovation, creativity and critical thinking. The interview will also be an opportunity to identify an appropriate supervisory team

　　EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent

　　TOEFL IBT - Reading - 22 Writing -24 Listening – 21 Speaking - 23 Total - 88

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 88.0

　　

Application deadline:

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　　THE World ranking98th / 130

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