Overview

We welcome candidates in many areas of study, and we encourage you to reach out to a potential faculty supervisor to discuss your proposed topic as early as possible.

Features

At Queen's University’s, in the Art History program, you will join an exciting, supportive and dynamic intellectual environment where your original ideas will be encouraged and refined as you advance through the program and complete your thesis.

Programme Structure

Prepare Doctoral Field Essays and study for Comprehensive Exams in the fall

In the Fall term or in January: Submit Doctoral Field Essays and take Comprehensive Examinations

Winter term: preparation of the thesis proposal, submitted and approved by the end of the term

Summer - begin dissertation research/ prepare for traveling to do on-site research

Dissertation research, begin writing, often on-site

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-10 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kingston, Canada

Disciplines

Art History View 8 other PhDs in Art History in Canada

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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

TOEFL^® IBT

88

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Proof of reading knowledge of one language other than English, normally in the form of a test passed at the M.A. level is required at the time of application.

A writing sample (e.g. art history essay), submitted to the Graduate Assistant.

A current CV must be sent as electronic copy directly to the Graduate Assistant.

A brief "Statement of Purpose" (500-600 words), outlining the applicant's specific area(s) of research and career goals. This should include a statement of why they believe the Department of Art at Queen's is an appropriate place for their doctoral studies. This must be submitted as part of the online application.

Two current academic letters of reference from scholars familiar with the applicant's academic record and performance, must be sent either electronically through the online application process or alternatively as hard copy to the Graduate Assistant.

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Tuition Fees

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

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Non-residents

5772 CAD / year

≈ 5772 CAD / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

5772 CAD / year

≈ 5772 CAD / year

Living costs

Kingston

Canada

1015 - 1615 CAD / month

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

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Overview

Features

Programme Structure

Key information

Duration

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

Prepare for Your English Test

Delivered

Campus Location

Disciplines

What students do after studying

Academic requirements

English requirements

Prepare for Your English Test

Other requirements

General requirements

Student Insurance via Studyportals Partner

Tuition Fees

International Applies to you

Domestic Applies to you

Living costs

Kingston

Funding

Scholarships Information

Available Scholarships

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