Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 27 months
- - PhD: 27 to 48 months
- Part-time
- 54 months
- Flexible
- - PhD: 54 to 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting October 2026 — Apply anytime.
- Starting January 2027 — Apply anytime.
Places are limited for some courses, so it is best to submit your application as early as possible.
Language
English
TOEFL® iBT: 90
IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Lincoln, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Dance
Overview
Research students are invited to join one of the School’s thriving research groups – Contemporary Theatre-Making, (Re) Constructing Musics and Intercultural Performance – and participate in the Critical Encounters Research Series alongside academic staff and other postgraduate students.
Students will also be encouraged to present their work at national and international conferences and to publish their findings.
Career and Personal Development
An MPhil or PhD in Performing Arts Research Opportunities at University of Lincoln may enhance and progress careers in performing arts and can open up opportunities at senior levels in direction, production, management, and education.
It can be the starting point for an academic career, and graduates may choose to go on to professional research or teaching in higher education institutions.
Programme Structure
Our postgraduate research programmes enable independent specialist study, which is supported by regular supervisions with academic supervisor(s) to ensure that the programme of research is on track and meets the required standards. Supervisions are held monthly for full-time students, and every two months for part-time students.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® iBT: 90
IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- First or upper second class honours degree and a Master’s degree.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 35,572 AUD / year (approx. 18,900 GBP / year)
Domestic
Citizens or residents: 9,610 AUD / year (approx. 5,106 GBP / year)
Living costs
Lincoln, United Kingdom: 1,242-2,146 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
PhD scholarship opportunities for Performing Arts Research Opportunities:
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program — Various benefits — Deadline 07 Oct 2026
- ServiceScape Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 30 Nov 2026
- ACES Scholarships — 3500 USD — Deadline 15 Nov 2026
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility — Various benefits — Deadline Not specified
- Scholarships for PhD Students — 19000 GBP — Deadline Not specified
- Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship — Various benefits — Deadline 28 Feb 2027
- Amberscholar Scholarship — 6000 USD — Deadline 31 Jan 2027
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 31 Oct 2026
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 01 Mar 2027
- Dream Chaser Scholarship — 1000 USD — Deadline 13 Jan 2027
- Scholarship for students with disabilities — 3000 USD — Deadline 31 Dec 2026
- Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids — 22500 GBP — Deadline Not specified
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship — 1500 USD — Deadline Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme — 12000 USD — Deadline 11 Jan 2027