Doctor of Philosophy | Art, Design and Media 24 months PHD Program By Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) |Top Universities

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The School of Art, Design and Media's doctoral programme provides creative research opportunities in a wide spectrum of academic areas. Students are expected and encouraged to develop innovative ways of thinking, and to experiment and create in a range of media. This programme also acts as an incubator for the development and realization of original artistic and professional productions, including design, interactive media, film, animation and new art forms. Through exploration of new ideas, creative practices and theories, the expectation is that students will transform the field. A collaboration of internationally recognized faculty members, visiting artists and scholars, offers a unique educational environment that is world-renowned. Creative and production cooperation between faculty and students is encouraged and the development of worldwide co-production opportunities is fostered. The Ph.D. programme in Art, Design and Media is MOE-subsidised and is available on full-time and part-time basis. 

Program overview

Main Subject

Art and Design

Degree

PhD

Study Level

PHD

Study Mode

On Campus

The School of Art, Design and Media's doctoral programme provides creative research opportunities in a wide spectrum of academic areas. Students are expected and encouraged to develop innovative ways of thinking, and to experiment and create in a range of media. This programme also acts as an incubator for the development and realization of original artistic and professional productions, including design, interactive media, film, animation and new art forms. Through exploration of new ideas, creative practices and theories, the expectation is that students will transform the field. A collaboration of internationally recognized faculty members, visiting artists and scholars, offers a unique educational environment that is world-renowned. Creative and production cooperation between faculty and students is encouraged and the development of worldwide co-production opportunities is fostered. The Ph.D. programme in Art, Design and Media is MOE-subsidised and is available on full-time and part-time basis. 

Admission requirements

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100+
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A Master’s degree from a recognized institution which is relevant to the proposed disciplines or areas of research; and a Bachelor's degree with minimum 2nd class honours upper or Honours (Distinction) or equivalent; in a field relevant to the proposed research topic from a recognized university.
2 Years
Jan
Aug

Tuition fee and scholarships

Domestic Students

39,525 SGD
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International Students

39,525 SGD
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