Explorative art and design research driving positive social change.
Camberwell College of Arts research has long-established expertise in the following disciplines:
- computational arts
- drawing
- graphic design
- illustration
- interior and spatial design
- painting
- photography
- printmaking
- sculpture.
Our research community
Research staff
The College has a lively community of researchers who have deep knowledge within their chosen areas of art and design.
Our ethos
As a College we value discipline specificity, while encouraging interdisciplinary thinking. We see art and design as a tool to engage with society at large and making as useful. Experimental and expanded practices are positively embraced.
Our culture
Camberwell College of Arts has thriving communities of practice. They centre around discipline and their associated workshops. These create a rich and supportive research environment. Our location in Peckham, South London, gives rise to direct engagement with the local community and its lively arts scene.
Partners
We have staff fellowships at the Horniman Museum and British School at Rome. We also work with the British School at Athens to provide residency opportunities for our PhD students.
Research degree proposals
Camberwell College of Arts is interested in PhD research proposals relating to the following areas:
- Interdisciplinary research on drawing and illustration.
- Interdisciplinary research on graphic design.
- Interdisciplinary research on interior spatial design.
- Interdisciplinary research on printmaking.
- Practice-led and textual research on design in its' social contexts.
- Research on moving image in the context of art and design practice.
- Research within the field of fine art painting.
You can read the title and thesis summary of completed PhD or MPhil degrees on UAL Research Online.
Research degrees
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Paul Coldwell - Still life with keys
Research degree funding
Find out about funding opportunities for PhD and MPhil students.
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Students performing during the Bauhaus 100 celebrations in Dessau, Germany
Research degree applications
A step-by-step guide on how to apply for a PhD or MPhil degree.
Why study a research degree at Camberwell College of Arts?
Research supervision
Through the work and subject expertise of our staff, we offer an exciting and rigorous experience for your research degree.
Graduate teaching assistant
The scheme offers you the opportunity to teach on selected undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
Post-doctoral research fellowships
These offer you the opportunity to progress your career and acquire new skills, such as working as a co-investigator.
Research student programme
A programme of seminars where we discuss all aspects of the PhD / MPhil. The emphasis is on the integration of practice within that process.
Student exhibition
Research degree students at Camberwell College of Arts can lead and take part in an annual exhibition.
British School at Athens residency
An annual arts residency in Greece offered to practice-based PhD students at UAL. Supported by a bursary with studio and accommodation provided.
Our library
The archives and collections at Camberwell College of Arts have a strong focus on illustration and fine art. They include a significant collection of books about the illustrator, educationalist and social reformer Walter Crane. They are also home to the Inner London Education Authority (ILEA) Collection, which was used to teach modern, ‘good design’ in London schools.
Doctoral School
The UAL Doctoral School provides further advice, guidance and support in navigating your PhD journey.
Research activity
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Illustration and Heritage
14th Annual International Illustration Research Symposium
Forthcoming event exploring the role illustration plays in cultural heritage.
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Chung Sang Hwa - Untitled 82-10-8,.1982. Acrylic on canvas, 193.9 x 130.3 cm. Private collection. Copyright Museum of Modern and Contemporary Art, Seoul.
Materiality of Painting
Project investigating how cultural organisations can represent and disseminate paintings digitally.
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Henri Matisse in his studio
Past events
Take a look at our archive of past research events.
Research stories
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Maia Conran Teas Times installation at Camberwell Space
It’s a lot like alchemy!
Maia Conran on tea, photography and her fellowship with London’s Horniman Museum.
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Niki Wallace
Interview: Dr Niki Wallace
The power of collaborative design and working with communities to tackle issues.
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Kimathi Donkor - The Death of Clinton McCurbin
The 15th Sharjah Biennial
Dr Kimathi Donkor talks about his art practice and involvement with the Biennial.
Contact
Get in touch with our research office at ccwresearch@arts.ac.uk