Gain expertise in a specialised area of creativity
Pursue an advanced research project in an area of drama, screen, digital media, or creative writing and engage in innovative creative practices that expand our experience and knowledge of the cultural and social world.
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Master of Arts (Research)
Duration: 2 years
Delivery mode:
In person
Location:
Bedford Park
CRICOS code: 106282D
Annual fees:
2025: $38,100
Doctor of Philosophy (Arts)
Duration: 4 years
Delivery mode:
In Person
Location:
Bedford Park
CRICOS code: 106265E
Annual fees:
2025: $38,100
Why undertake a PhD in Creative and Performing Arts
A PhD gained in Creative or Performing Arts at Flinders provides a wide range of skills valued in all types of organisations and careers. It will enhance your creative practice, analytical and communication skills, provide you with skills to quickly learn new concepts and adapt to change, and enhance your time management, organisation and resilience skills.
A PhD is a stepping stone to a career as an artist, a professional researcher in the public sector, think tanks, charities, universities, and private corporations. Individuals with PhDs in creative or performing arts are highly sought after for various professions in public and private organisations and have found roles in writing, the public service, consulting, advising, teaching and publishing.
Flinders Creative and Performing Arts academic staff include several award-winning writers, and are recognised as leaders in their fields both in Australia and globally for their theoretical and practice-led research. Our academic supervisors draw on their extensive knowledge and exciting research in the areas of creative writing, theatre production, drama and screen critical studies.
Ready to find the perfect supervisor for your research journey?
Explore Research @ Flinders.
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