Program Overview

PhD in Art History

General

The PhD in Art History is a postgraduate program offered by the Department of Visual Art, Faculty of Art, Design and Architecture. The program is designed to enable candidates to undertake research at the most advanced academic level, culminating in the submission, assessment, and acceptance of a thesis in a theoretical and/or historical aspect of visual culture.

Purpose

The purpose of the program is to demonstrate high-level research capability and make a significant and original academic contribution to the understanding of art and visual culture.

Admission Requirements

• An appropriate Master's Degree, with an average mark of at least 65% or an equivalent qualification at an equivalent standard.

Selection Process

Selection is based on academic merit and a preliminary research proposal, as approved by the Department and proposed Supervisor.

Program Details

• Programme Level: Postgraduate
• Programme Name: PhD in Art History
• Programme Code: PHD181
• Medium of Facilitation: Part-time, Full-Time
• NQF Level: 10
• NQF Credits: 360
• SAQA: 96969
• Application Start Date: 1 April 2025
• Application End Date: 31 October 2025
• Campus: Auckland Park Bunting Road
• Duration of Study: 4 Years Full-Time and 5 Years Part-Time

Programme Fees

The program fees are not specified in the provided context.

UJ Faculties

The University of Johannesburg comprises several faculties, including:

• College of Business and Economics (CBE)
• Faculty of Art, Design And Architecture
• Faculty of Education
• Faculty of Engineering & the Built Environment
• Faculty of Health Sciences
• Faculty of Humanities
• Faculty of Law
• Faculty of Science
• Johannesburg Business School

Each faculty offers a range of programs tailored to specific fields of study, providing students with a comprehensive education and preparing them for their chosen careers.