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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Art History

University of Sussex
Brighton, England
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4 yearsDuration
£23,500Per Year (Intl)
£5,238Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University of Sussex, the PhD Art History provides a comprehensive postgraduate education in history, philosophy, and theology. Based in Brighton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 4-year full-time and part-time structure. 97% of our research overall in Art and Design: History, Practice and Theory was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021) Join a research community with a radical approach to the histories of art. Dive into rich archives, work with museums and develop your research project. 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’ll find Sussex a truly exceptional place to work on your research project. Areas of study We offer research ... International tuition fees are £23,500 per year, home/UK fees are £5,238 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 93% student satisfaction rating, and 75% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

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
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£23,500

per year

Total Course Cost (4 years)£94,000

Home Student Fee

£5,238

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

65%Working
10%Studying
15%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
30%Professional Jobs
Official Data

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