PhD Fine Art in Newcastle United Kingdom | Newcastle University

Our faculty's globally recognized research expertise and top-tier facilities create an inspiring setting for both practical and theoretical investigations.
The Fine Art/Art History doctoral programs at Newcastle encompass:

studio-centered artistic practice and research in Fine Art,
or

scholarly research in Art History.
You'll pursue independent creative work and study, supported by our academic advisors. This guidance may extend to specialists from other university departments when beneficial.

For practice-based PhD candidates, the requirements include developing a portfolio of original artwork accompanied by a written component of 20,000 to 40,000 words.

A text-only PhD in Fine Art or Art History requires a dissertation ranging from 80,000 to 100,000 words.
Both PhD formats must demonstrate innovative thinking and meet publication standards.
Our faculty consists of active artists and art scholars, offering guidance across diverse contemporary art disciplines: visual arts, digital media
art historical studies
PhD candidates receive dedicated workspace, either an office or studio.