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31 PhD programmes in Design in England, United Kingdom
Loughborough University4,4(55)
London, England, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design Innovation
By undertaking the Design Innovation programme from Loughborough University, you will have the opportunity to work with top researchers and industry leaders and gain first-hand experience of real-life problem-solving.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,866/yr
University of Chester4,4(67)
Chester, England, United Kingdom Art and Design
The Department of Art and Design at the University of Chester can be pursued either through conventional text-based studies or through a combination of studio-based activities where individual creative practice forms a significant part of the intellectual inquiry supported by a critical commentary.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$21,118/yr
University of Gloucestershire4,2(26)
Online Design
This Design degree from the University of Gloucestershire offers you the opportunity and time to explore innovative research practice through original, critical works.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 Online
4 years$18,142/yr
Loughborough University4,4(55)
Loughborough, England, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design and Creative Arts
Studying the Design and Creative Arts programme offered at Loughborough University offers a unique opportunity for self-discovery and personal growth. As a doctoral researcher, you will be responsible for managing your own schedule and developing your own ideas and approach, while being supported every step of the way.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$39,866/yr
University of Brighton4,1(52)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Design
The PhD research in Design at the University of Brighton has held an international reputation for design research and design studies over many decades, with innovative approaches and global success recognised across, for example, sustainable design, product design, textile design and graphic design.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,149/yr
University of Hertfordshire4,3(113)
Hatfield, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Design
The Professional Doctorate in Design (DDes) at the University of Hertfordshire is aimed at candidates who currently work in a design discipline, and who wish to engage in research that relates to their professional role.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 Blended
3 years$24,487/yr
University of Brighton4,1(52)
Brighton, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide 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.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,149/yr
University of Huddersfield4,3(57)
Huddersfield, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Art and Design
This Art and Design PhD programme from the University of Huddersfield allows you to explore and pursue a research project built around a substantial piece of work, which has to show evidence of original contribution to knowledge.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$25,271/yr
Royal College of Art4,5(23)
London, England, United Kingdom Intelligent Mobility
The Intelligent Mobility research programme at Royal College of Art explores novel vehicle types, services, and integrated city solutions.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$44,055/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,0(114)
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Children's Book Illustration
Academic interest in children’s book illustration is growing. Examine this field of illustration through a combination of practical work and theoretical enquiry in the Children's Book Illustration programme offered by the Anglia Ruskin University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$21,487/yr
University of Lincoln4,1(50)
Lincoln, England, United Kingdom Top 4% in Worldwide Design
The Design programme from University of Lincoln is designed to enable students to develop the competencies required for their study and future career. An experienced supervisory team is available to offer expertise and guidance, supporting students in applying for funding, attending conferences, and publishing work.
Ph. D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years, 3 months$25,541/yr
The Open University UK4,3(175)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Collaborative Design
Collaborative Design as a research theme at The Open University UK Design Group encompasses a broad spectrum of investigations including topics such as teamwork, co-design, participation, inclusion and empowerment.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,190/yr
Royal College of Art4,5(23)
London, England, United Kingdom Design
As a research student in the School of Design at the Royal College of Art, you may be designing an innovative object or system.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$44,055/yr
Brunel University of London4,0(144)
London, England, United Kingdom Top 2% in Worldwide Design (Integrated)
The Design (Integrated) degree at Brunel University of London has a well-established record of research excellence, with multidisciplinary, product-related design research grounded on strong engineering design traditions.
Ph.D. Full-time On-campus
4 years$33,507/yr
Manchester Metropolitan University4,4(163)
Manchester, England, United Kingdom Top 3% in Worldwide Design
Do you want to advance or change your career, deepen your expertise in a topic, or expand your research and practical skills? Then the Design programme at Manchester Metropolitan University is for you!
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$30,406/yr
De Montfort University4,1(110)
Leicester, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Design Research
Design and New Product Development is a multidisciplinary research group focused on design for a wide range of sustainable products. We offer a Design Research degree at the De Montfort University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$20,946/yr
University of Leeds4,4(70)
Leeds, England, United Kingdom Top 0.5% in Worldwide Design
Our PhD course at University of Leeds will allow you to become an expert in a specialist area and gain high-quality research training in Design.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$38,852/yr
Lancaster University4,2(72)
Lancaster, England, United Kingdom Top 1% in Worldwide Design
This Design course from Lancaster University can focus on one of a wide range of topics within Design or on a research topic that crosses different disciplines.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 yearsTuition not available
The Open University UK4,3(175)
Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Complexity and Design
Complexity and Design as a research theme at The Open University UK Design Group encompasses a broad spectrum of investigations and interpretations.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
3 years$22,190/yr
Anglia Ruskin University4,0(114)
Cambridge, England, United Kingdom Top 5% in Worldwide Art and Design
Explore your research interests in art and design - from computer games art, to illustration and photography - supported by the expertise of our staff, on our PhD programme in Art and Design from Anglia Ruskin University.
Ph.D. Full-time +2 On-campus
2 years$21,487/yr