Overview
UNYP encourages graduates in all disciplines to consider studying for a doctorate – the highest academic award conferred by this university – or an MPhil. To this end, UNYP offers its students through its partners the opportunity to study for a Ph.D. or MPhil in any subject area in which they have relevant research expertise, in association with the relevant Academic Group, Research Centre, or Research Institute.
Studying for a Ph.D. through UNYP
The Ph.D. by research in Art and Design from University of New York in Prague is awarded to a candidate who presents and defends a thesis, after having critically investigated and evaluated an approved topic which results in an independent and original contribution to knowledge and demonstrates an understanding of the appropriate research methods within the chosen field.
This Ph.D. program is designed for those who wish to pursue supervised research at the doctoral level, leading to the publication of a traditional doctoral thesis of sufficient quality to be deemed an original and independent contribution to the existing body of knowledge, and which justifies the award of a doctorate.
It is possible to apply and register for the doctorate either directly or via the MPhil route.
Career opportunities
- A doctorate is much more than the most advanced qualification in your specialist area of study.
- Successfully completing a Ph.D. is proof that you have mastered a set of transferable and highly desirable skills and qualities such as critical analysis, project management, high-level problem-solving, leadership and mentoring, challenging and providing alternative perspectives on received wisdom, advanced research, and presentation skills, self-confidence, determination, and persistence.
- Ph.D. graduates have more successful careers and increased earnings than any other graduate. They are seen are the professional “movers and shakers” in the workplace, the employees who bring innovation and enterprise to the table.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- To obtain additional information about the program, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
Duolingo English Test: 110 OR TOEFL iBT: 79
Other requirements
General requirements
- Ph.D. candidates should have at least an upper second class honors degree (2.1) or the equivalent in a relevant subject. Postgraduate qualification and/or some research training or relevant professional development is desirable.
- An interview will be carried out by the University of Bolton (remotely by phone or internet for candidates based outside the UK). In general, candidates who are not native English speakers will also need IELTS 6.5 (or equivalent).
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Living costs
Prague, Czech Republic: 1,022-1,737 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months (3 to 4 years full-time)
- Part-time: 60 months (5 to 7 years part-time)
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Design, Liberal Arts