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Q: Is there a possibility to keep my work and study at the same time?

A: The average work commitment is 30 hours per week for the full time PhD. If your work schedule allows for that you can be on a full time track.

Q: How can we discuss our practice with our supervisors? Is it online?

A: Discussions can be in person and online. PhD supervision is a highly individualized process and allows for a wide variety of arrangements.

Q: What documents are required to apply?

A: Only what is asked for in the application form >> here.

Q: Do you need a thesis proposal?

A: Yes.

Q: How do I start the application process?

A: With a letter of intent >> here

Q: When can I start the program?

A: With either the summer or the winter residency.

17. Q.How long is the program?
    

A: Registration limits are 1-3 years for the MPhil plus 2-4 years for the PhD, both full time.

Q: Is there a part time option also?
A: Currently Transart is offering the MPhil/PhD for full time only.

Q: How many students will you accept in the program?

A: 4-8 per year

Q: How is the selection done?

A: Your intended first advisor (Director of Studies) needs to accept your proposal. 

Q: I hold an MFA from Stanford University. Could i apply directly for the PhD?

Q: Other colleges, particularly those in the UK require a Master in Philosophy, but you seem to only require an MFA.

A: Accepted applicants will initially enroll at the MPhil level. Transfer to the PhD level is via "Confirmation of Route", typically submitted after the first year and no later than at the end of the third year at MPhil level. 

Q: Who issues the degree?

A: The degree will come from UoP in cooperation with Transart Institute.

Q: Is it possible to do the PhD remotely with some travel?

A: This is a low-residency program, there will be a 2-3 week residency in Europe and 2-3 day residency in New York City each year.

Q: Who are your supervisors for the PhD?

A: Transart faculty and faculty from the University of Plymouth.

Q: I am interested in the online PhD in Art.

Q: Could I be excused from the residential component of the course?  I have a fledgling family and it is becoming increasingly cumbersome to travel frequently with a young child and...  

A: The PhD course of studies at Transart Institute is *not* an online PhD. It is very much based on your presence. 

Q: What are the absolute minimum and maximum time to complete my doctoral degree? 

A: The theoretical minimum is 3 years with a maximum of 7 years full time.

Q: Are there teaching opportunities or perhaps assistantships available?  

A: There will be some teaching assistantships to conduct critique groups in the MFA program and to deliver the Transart online research journal.

Q: What materials should I submit along with my application form?  

A: Only what the application form asks for

Q: When is the last date to submit my application - is it too late to apply?  When is the next intake?

A: The deadline for any given year is July 1st.

Q: Is there advanced standing for the PhD?

A: As it is not a curriculum-based course no credit can be given for prior work. It is entirely possible though that a student may progress more rapidly due to their previous studies.