University of Southampton

Overview

The PhD in Art, Design, Media and Fashion at the University of Southampton fosters innovative research across various disciplines, including fine art, design, media, and fashion. Students benefit from expert supervision by accomplished academics and access to state-of-the-art studios, workshops, and media resources.

This program is designed to enhance your research skills through structured training, regular supervisory meetings, and opportunities to present and develop your work in a collaborative environment.

What you'll study

Your PhD journey is centered around research supervision, training, and assessment. You will develop your project through a blend of planned learning activities and ongoing work on your thesis or practice-led research.

Typical components

• Supervised research: Engage in regular meetings with your supervisory team to monitor progress, refine methodologies, and achieve key milestones.
• Research skills training: Participate in tailored training to fill gaps in research methods, critical frameworks, professional practice, and ethics.
• Practice and/or research outputs: Depending on your focus, outputs may include creative works, critical analyses, exhibitions, prototypes, or media projects.
• Dissemination: Share your work-in-progress and outcomes with peers and faculty through presentations.
• Thesis submission: Complete a thesis in accordance with the program's assessment criteria.

Research areas you may align with

• Fine art
• Graphic arts
• Media
• Fashion
• Textiles
• Art and design management

Facilities and learning environment

• Access to workshops and studio-style spaces that encourage creativity, experimentation, and production.
• Dedicated study areas and advanced media facilities for in-depth research and development.

Note: Module titles and assessment requirements may vary based on individual projects and supervisory arrangements. Please consult the program website for the latest information.

Entry requirements

Prospective students are typically expected to hold a relevant master's degree or equivalent qualification. A strong academic background in a related field, along with a demonstrated passion for research in art, design, media, or fashion, is essential.

Career prospects

Graduates of the PhD program can pursue diverse career paths in academia, research, and various creative industries. Opportunities may include roles in higher education, art and design management, media production, or consultancy within the fashion and creative sectors.