Overview

The Visual Arts study at Stellenbosch University as a whole can consist of theoretical work or it can be the result of an integrated study of creative or practice-led and theoretical research.

Features

We co-host interdisciplinary degrees with other departments and research centres in the Faculty of Arts and Social Sciences because we believe in the fruitfulness of intellectual exchange and collaboration.

We also host a joint PhD with Hasselt University in Belgium and offer the possibility of international travel and residencies through the University’s International Office.

Programme Structure

Research areas

The PhD in Visual Arts programme can accommodate studies in the broad areas of Visual Studies and Theory (including, for instance, nationalism and the visual arts, media studies, gender and performativity, postcolonial studies, queer theory, theories of subjectivity, photographic discourse, forensic art, applied science, multiculturalism, posthumanism, art education, social responsibility, fine arts discourse, design discourse and theory of drawing) and Media or Arts Practice (graphic design, illustration, photography, drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, book arts, installation, new media, performance and jewellery design).

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-02-09 00:00:00

Application deadline not specified.

Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Stellenbosch, South Africa

Disciplines

Visual Arts View 7 other PhDs in Visual Arts in South Africa

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Students are selected for the course on the basis of a research proposal, the strength of their academic record and portfolio (if applying for a practice-led study).

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

21544 ZAR / year

≈ 21544 ZAR / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

21544 ZAR / year

≈ 21544 ZAR / year

Living costs

Stellenbosch

South Africa

7630 - 10640 ZAR / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Scholarships Information

Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Visual Arts.

Available Scholarships

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