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110 PhD programmes in Art History

History and Theory of Arts
The History and Theory of Arts study programme from Kaunas University of Technology is provided in the interdisciplinary research area and focuses on three fields: theory of architecture and urbanism, history and musicology. University graduates of various areas are admitted to doctoral studies taking into consideration their scientific input in their chosen topic.

History of Art
Conduct your own research project in an area of History of Art that interests you. Join a renowned Art History, Curating and Visual Studies Department and benefit from exceptional resources including an on-campus fine art gallery. The History of Art course is offered at University of Birmingham.

Art, Design, Media and Fashion
We're proud to offer a supportive and creative environment in which to carry out your work, and we encourage interdisciplinary engagement with other areas of research. We offer a Art, Design, Media and Fashion degree at the University of Southampton.

Contemporary Art and Scottish Colonialism
What are your understandings and experiences of historical and contemporary legacies of Scottish colonial history and how can they be share and communicated through contemporary art practice and research? Join the Contemporary Art and Scottish Colonialism programme from the University of Dundee to find out more.

Art History and Theory
Studying the Art History and Theory programme at University of Canterbury helps you understand theories of art, material culture and aesthetics, and their relevance in Aotearoa New Zealand.

History of Design and History of Art
The University of Brighton has an established reputation for pioneering research into art, design and material culture and is a recognised centre of excellence both nationally and internationally for design history. It offers this PhD in History of Design and History of Art.

Beyond Representation - Painting as Embodied Practice
The Beyond Representation - Painting as Embodied Practice programme is offered by University of Dundee.

Gendered Aesthetics in Visual Culture
This Gendered Aesthetics in Visual Culture project at University of Dundee invites applications for those interested in and generating new theories of aesthetics or contents analysis of contemporary and/or historic art.

Art Studies
In this Art Studies programme at the University of the National Education Commission, Krakow, you will gain advanced, detailed knowledge related to this area of research.

Museum, Gallery and Heritage Studies
Through this Museum, Gallery and Heritage Studies PhD programme from Newcastle University you'll join a thriving, high-profile interdisciplinary research community of postgraduate research students and experienced academic researchers who are key figures in their fields.

History of Art and Archaeology
Undertaking this History of Art and Archaeology programme from SOAS University of London is an intense and personally rewarding experience.

Art
Throughout this Art PhD course from University of East Anglia postgraduate researchers have opportunities to work at the heart of active research teams, challenging boundaries and making real advances. We are a top tier, research-led university and are committed to making a substantial impact on the global challenges facing society.

PhD in Art History
Examine the history of art in detail, contribute to the creative capital of Aotearoa, participate in developing new histories of art relevant to the 21st century, and gain a deeper understanding of your area of interest with this PhD in Art History degree offered at the Victoria University of Wellington.

Gender Inequality in the Contemporary Artworld
This Gender Inequality in the Contemporary Artworld project is offered at University of Dundee.

Conservation
Based in the School of History, Archaeology and Religion from Cardiff University, you join a vibrant academic and research community, proud of our reputation for training the next generation of researchers on this Conservation programme.
Art History
Students in the PhD in Art History program at the University of British Columbia are encouraged to situate art in its historical context, to analyze its impact on the world around us, and to develop theoretical frameworks that contribute to critical thinking and engage with debates in the field.
Transformations in architects’ profession (Humanities, History and theory of Arts)
Open application for a doctoral candidate in Humanities. The doctoral candidate position is available at the Faculty of Architecture, Department of Architecture. Applicants interested in other research topics related to architectural theory and history are also welcome to apply.
Architectural History
The DPhil in Architectural History at the University of Oxford profits from the close links within the Department between the disciplines of architectural history, art history, design history, English local history and landscape archaeology. The programme is designed to enable students, including mature students, to undertake individual research.
Art and Architectural History
The graduate program in Art and Architectural History at University of Virginia is dedicated to training the next generation of professors, museum professionals, and leaders in the digital humanities.
History of Art
The History of Art doctoral program at the University of Pennsylvania provides students with broad training in the history of art and its critical approaches, yet also focused training in their selected fields.