PhD Arts and Cultural Management

    PhD Arts and Cultural Management

    Duration3 year(s)
    Tuition Fee
    GBP 30,260 / Year
    Next IntakeSeptember 1, 2026

    PhD Arts and Cultural Management

    About

    • Professional PhD for industry professionals seeking advanced research opportunities in the arts and cultural management sector.
    • This programme integrates practical experience with academic rigor, creating a seamless bridge between academia and industry.
    • Develop your research and career skills simultaneously with the option to study part-time and maximise engagement in professional practice.

    Disciplines

    Doctor of Philosophy

    Requirements

    Entry Requirements

    • Bachelor's (Honours) degree at 2:1 or above (or overseas equivalent); and
    • Master's degree in a relevant subject – with an overall average of 65% or above, a minimum mark of 65% in your dissertation and no mark below 55% (or overseas equivalent)

    Full entry requirements

    English Requirements

    • IELTSMin 5.5
    • TOEFLMin 72

    English Program Requirements

    All applicants must provide evidence of English language proficiency:

    • IELTS test minimum score – 7.0 overall, 7.0 in writing.
    • TOEFL (internet based) test minimum score – 100 overall, 25 in all sections.
    • Pearson Test of English (PTE) UKVI/SELT or PTE Academic minimum score – 76 overall, 76 in writing.
    • To demonstrate that you have taken an undergraduate or postgraduate degree in a majority English speaking nation within the last 5 years.
    • Other tests may be considered.

    Career

    Career opportunities

    This programme is designed to support people who are embarking on advanced research and who are combining doctoral study with a career, enabling you to build on your professional knowledge and practice.

    The University has its own dedicated Careers Service that you would have full access to as a student and for two years after you graduate. At Manchester you will have access to a number of opportunities to help support you with your goals for the future.

    Fee Information

    Tuition Fee
    30,260 / year

    PhD Arts and Cultural Management

    The University of Manchester

    The University of Manchester

    United Kingdom

    United Kingdom, Manchester