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Royal College of Art: Communication MPhil/PhD
| Institution | Royal College of Art |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Communication |
| Web | http://www.rca.ac.uk |
| Telephone | 020 7590 4444 |
| Study type | Research |
Summary
Our research degrees span the full range of contemporary design and media environments. Research is a rich, central and essential part of the School of Communication. Our MPhil and PhD degrees are grounded firmly in research theory and methods, while maintaining and encouraging a high degree of creativity and experimentation.
We welcome research projects that explore topical issues through both practice and theory are particularly encouraged. We look for critical engagement, originality and proven skills in both practice and writing, and encourage questioning and experimental research approaches.
The School is focused on broad themes which place communication at the centre of transformational systems and practices, collective commons and experiential modes. The ethos of the School is to foster social, cooperative, pluralistic and inclusive research approaches.
Programme details PhD: 3-4 years (full time), 6-7 years (part time) MPhil: 2-3 years (full time), 4-6 years (part time)
About the RCA The Royal College of Art, is an internationally renowned art and design university, providing students with unrivalled opportunities to deliver art and design projects that transform the world.
A small, specialist and research-intensive postgraduate university based in the heart of London, the RCA is a high performing institution, a radical traditionalist in a fast paced world. The RCA's approach is founded on the premise that art, design creative thinking, science, engineering and technology must all collaborate to solve today's global challenges.
About the RCA The Royal College of Art, is an internationally renowned art and design university, providing students with unrivalled opportunities to deliver art and design projects that transform the world.
A small, specialist and research-intensive postgraduate university based in the heart of London, the RCA is a high performing institution, a radical traditionalist in a fast paced world. The RCA's approach is founded on the premise that art, design creative thinking, science, engineering and technology must all collaborate to solve today's global challenges.
In March 2021 the RCA was named the world’s leading art and design university for the seventh consecutive year in the QS World University subject rankings.
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MPhil: normally a good relevant undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification. For PhD: Master's degree or equivalent qualification; initial registration is usually for MPhil. Exceptionally, other qualifications may be approved, providing that the Academic Board for Concessions and Discipline (ABCD) is satisfied that the applicant has the ability to pursue the programme of research successfully. Candidates who do not speak English as their 1st language will be required to provide evidence that they have achieved at least 93 in the TOEFL internet based test with an additional writing test score of TWE 24 or an IELTS exam score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing. |
| Location | London – White City Garden House Dorando Close London W12 7FN |
Fees
| England | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MPhil: normally a good relevant undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification. For PhD: Master's degree or equivalent qualification; initial registration is usually for MPhil. Exceptionally, other qualifications may be approved, providing that the Academic Board for Concessions and Discipline (ABCD) is satisfied that the applicant has the ability to pursue the programme of research successfully. Candidates who do not speak English as their 1st language will be required to provide evidence that they have achieved at least 93 in the TOEFL internet based test with an additional writing test score of TWE 24 or an IELTS exam score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing. |
| Location | London – White City Garden House Dorando Close London W12 7FN |
Fees
| England | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29000 GBP for Year 1 |
Master of Philosophy - MPhil
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MPhil: normally a good relevant undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification. For PhD: Master's degree or equivalent qualification; initial registration is usually for MPhil. Exceptionally, other qualifications may be approved, providing that the Academic Board for Concessions and Discipline (ABCD) is satisfied that the applicant has the ability to pursue the programme of research successfully. Candidates who do not speak English as their 1st language will be required to provide evidence that they have achieved at least 93 in the TOEFL internet based test with an additional writing test score of TWE 24 or an IELTS exam score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing. |
| Location | London – White City Garden House Dorando Close London W12 7FN |
Fees
| England | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29000 GBP for Year 1 |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | For MPhil: normally a good relevant undergraduate degree, or equivalent qualification. For PhD: Master's degree or equivalent qualification; initial registration is usually for MPhil. Exceptionally, other qualifications may be approved, providing that the Academic Board for Concessions and Discipline (ABCD) is satisfied that the applicant has the ability to pursue the programme of research successfully. Candidates who do not speak English as their 1st language will be required to provide evidence that they have achieved at least 93 in the TOEFL internet based test with an additional writing test score of TWE 24 or an IELTS exam score of 6.5 with 6.5 in writing. |
| Location | London – White City Garden House Dorando Close London W12 7FN |
Fees
| England | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 9750 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 29000 GBP for Year 1 |
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