The PhD in Visual Arts is a four year full-time program of study in which individually defined conceptual foci are materialized and disseminated through an integration of art works, research and writing. This advanced practice-based degree will prepare mature artist-researchers with the highest qualifications to teach studio and theory courses, supervise graduate students within a university context, and have significant professional careers as artists.The PhD in Visual Art is a practice-based program of study in which individually defined conceptual foci are materialized and disseminated through an integration of art works, research and writing. Research questions in this context are focused on visual art, as well as other areas of scholarly investigation that are defined by candidates as relevant to their studio interests.Inaugurated in 2008, the PhD in Visual Art is a four year full–time advanced degree that will prepare mature artist–researchers with the highest qualifications to teach studio and theory courses, supervise graduate students within a university context, and have significant professional careers as artists. These objectives are achieved through a combination of course work, independent studio practice, and writing.

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Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide.Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

Duration: 4 Year(s)

Fees: CAD18000

Intake	Location
Fall (September), 2027	Toronto

Entry requirements for York University

You can apply to our graduate programs if you hold an Honours degree (four years of study) or equivalent from a recognized postsecondary institution. Recommended overall grade point averages (GPA) vary by program, but will be a “B” at minimum.

ENGLISH PROFICIENCY REQUIREMENT

Minimum TOEFL (Paper-based) - 600

Minimum TOEFL (Internet-based) - 100

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Application Deadline

The application deadline isn't available Speak to an IDP counsellor for more detailed information

Further information

If you aren't eligible for the above entry requirements, you might have a chance to explore pathway options at York University. If you want to find out more, speak to our counsellors.