What is the programme of study?

What is the programme of study?

You'll undertake your programme of study at AUB, with some workshops and presentations taking place at UAL as part of your PGR training.

The format of study for a research degree (MPhil/PhD) is very different from a taught degree. As a research student, you'll engage in a programme of independent research and/or practice-based work. Following discussion with your Director of Studies, you'll be assigned one, or sometimes two, second supervisors with whom you'll plan your programme of research and with whom you'll have regular tutorials to support your study throughout your time as a student.

Your research may combine the practice, theory and/or history of your specialist area and you'll be guided in your study to define clearly and persuasively what is original and innovative about your chosen topic and how best to present and disseminate your arguments and findings. All research students will develop an original written thesis and practice-based candidates will also produce accompanying creative work (for example, a series of drawings or a film).

Because of the individual nature of your study, your requirements (for example, for studio space or other specialist resources) will be discussed with your supervisor.

Research areas