Taught vs Research Master’s: Funding, PhD Entry & an 8-Question Checklist
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PhD Scholarships in Art
Phd Scholarships in art in All Locations
9 scholarships found
Scholarships for PhD study in art include awards from Charles Wallace India Trust, University of Aberdeen, School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture and MusicFutures, an Arts and Humanities Research Council-funded creative industries cluster led by the University of Liverpool and partner institutions.
Charles Wallace India Trust Scholarships
Varies
Charles Wallace India Trust
United KingdomAnnual
United KingdomAnnualCharles Wallace India Trust Scholarships support Indian nationals in the arts, heritage conservation and humanities to undertake short-term study, training or research in the United Kingdom.
Master
PhD
Anthropology
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New King's Studentship
Tuition Waiver
University of Aberdeen, School of Language, Literature, Music and Visual CultureUnited KingdomAnnual
United KingdomAnnualThe New King's Studentship is a University of Aberdeen PhD award in Language, Literature, Music and Visual Culture that provides a full tuition fee waiver for full-time, on-campus doctoral study.
PhD
Art
History
+3 more
MusicFutures
Fully Funded
MusicFutures, an Arts and Humanities Research Council-funded creative industries cluster led by the University of Liverpool and partner institutionsUnited KingdomAnnual
United KingdomAnnualMusicFutures supports funded PhD opportunities in the United Kingdom focused on music, creativity, technology, innovation, and related sectors through the University of Liverpool and partner institutions.
PhD
Architecture
Art
+7 more
Haywood Fellowship
Partially Funded
University of BirminghamUnited KingdomSeptember intake
United KingdomSeptember intakeThe Haywood Fellowship is a University of Birmingham PhD studentship for History of Art researchers, offering a Home-fee tuition discount and a small maintenance grant for up to three years.
PhD
Art
Dublin City University PhD Scholarship
Fully Funded
Dublin City University
Ireland
IrelandDublin City University offers PhD scholarships that can cover full tuition and provide an annual stipend for outstanding research candidates in selected subject areas.
PhD
Art
Music
+1 more
Dr H Morag M McCallum PhD Studentship
Tuition Waiver
University of GlasgowUnited KingdomCloses May 15
United KingdomCloses May 15A University of Glasgow PhD studentship supporting doctoral research in classical singing, including interdisciplinary and historically or socially focused projects.
PhD
Art
Film_Studies
+2 more
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)
Fully Funded
Arts and Humanities Research CouncilUnited KingdomAnnual
United KingdomAnnualAHRC supports doctoral research in the arts and humanities, mainly through UK university-led studentships such as Doctoral Landscape Awards and Collaborative Doctoral Partnerships.
PhD
Anthropology
Art
+15 more
AHRC Doctoral Studentship
Fully Funded
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)United KingdomUsually annual; example posting was for October 2026 entry
United KingdomUsually annual; example posting was for October 2026 entryAHRC Doctoral Studentships support PhD research in arts and humanities subjects in the United Kingdom, often through university-led doctoral training partnerships and project-specific awards.
PhD
Anthropology
Art
+16 more
AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership (CDP)
Fully Funded
Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)United KingdomCloses Usually in spring for an autumn start
United KingdomCloses Usually in spring for an autumn startThe AHRC Collaborative Doctoral Partnership (CDP) funds collaborative PhD studentships in the United Kingdom, jointly delivered by a university and a cultural or heritage organisation.
PhD
Anthropology
Art
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Instituto Politécnico de Tomar
Portugal
Research Interests
Art History
Contemporary Art
Art
Renaissance Studies
Art Conservation
Full Professor
Universidade de Aveiro
Portugal
Research Interests
Art History
Contemporary Art
Art
Architectural Conservation
Renaissance Studies
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Università Ca' Foscari
Italy
Research Interests
Art History
Environmental Chemistry
Art
Art Conservation
Color Science
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Am I eligible for fully funded scholarships for master’s or PhD programs abroad?
Eligibility depends on your GPA, academic background, English score, and program fit. Most scholarships are merit-based and highly competitive.
Do I still need to show proof of funds if I receive a fully funded scholarship?
Sometimes. Even fully funded students may need to show basic maintenance funds during the visa process.
Is IELTS or TOEFL mandatory for international scholarship applications?
In most cases yes, although some universities may waive it if your previous degree was taught fully in English.
Can I apply for multiple scholarships at the same time?
Yes. Applying to several scholarships is recommended, but most sponsors require you to accept only one final award.
How important is work or research experience for winning scholarships?
It depends on the program — research scholarships value academic experience, while leadership scholarships often prioritize professional achievements.