147,006 USDTuition Fee/year
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The first PhD in design program in the US, Institute of Design’s PhD is a top-rated graduate program for those seeking to teach or conduct fundamental research in the field. Our PhD alumni have gone on to lead noted design programs at universities all over the world and lead practices at global corporations.
By pursuing rigorous research in an area that aligns with work by our PhD faculty, you’ll work directly in some of the most exciting design-focused work being done today.
Course
All PhD students will work closely with their advisors to plan their course of study and research. Students complete a total of 92 credit hours:
- Up to 32 credits can be transferred from a master’s program
- 12 course credits
- 48 research credits
Courses may be selected from across the university’s course offerings to complement the objectives of the student’s program.
Admitted doctoral students will be required to submit and obtain approval for a program of study. Within two years of being admitted, students take a comprehensive examination, after which, students will be considered candidates for the PhD degree.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Art and Design
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The first PhD in design program in the US, Institute of Design’s PhD is a top-rated graduate program for those seeking to teach or conduct fundamental research in the field. Our PhD alumni have gone on to lead noted design programs at universities all over the world and lead practices at global corporations.
By pursuing rigorous research in an area that aligns with work by our PhD faculty, you’ll work directly in some of the most exciting design-focused work being done today.
Course
All PhD students will work closely with their advisors to plan their course of study and research. Students complete a total of 92 credit hours:
- Up to 32 credits can be transferred from a master’s program
- 12 course credits
- 48 research credits
Courses may be selected from across the university’s course offerings to complement the objectives of the student’s program.
Admitted doctoral students will be required to submit and obtain approval for a program of study. Within two years of being admitted, students take a comprehensive examination, after which, students will be considered candidates for the PhD degree.
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