Chelsea College of Arts research leads the conversation across several different subjects and disciplines including:
We have a well established community of researchers with deep expertise in their chosen fields of art and design.
Our staff
As a College we encourage cross and transdisciplinary thinking. Our work pushes boundaries and is not afraid to ask challenging questions to effect change.
Chelsea College of Arts is home to UAL’s Research Centre for Transnational Art, Identity and Nation (TrAIN), the Innovation Lab and Decolonising Arts Institute. We also play host to Iniva. These together with our PhD students create a vigorous and supportive research environment.
Our strategic partnership with The Welding Institute (TWI) aims to expand the field of design+STEM research. 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.
Chelsea College of Arts is interested in PhD research proposals relating to the following areas:
You can read the title and thesis summary of completed PhD or MPhil degrees on UAL Research Online.
Find out about funding opportunities for PhD and MPhil students.
A step-by-step guide on how to apply for a PhD or MPhil degree.
Through the work and subject expertise of our staff, we offer an exciting and rigorous experience for your research degree.
The scheme offers you the opportunity to teach on selected undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
These offer you the opportunity to progress your career and acquire new skills, such as working as a co-investigator.
A programme of seminars where we discuss all aspects of the PhD / MPhil. The emphasis is on the integration of practice within that process.
Research degree students at Chelsea College of Arts can lead and take part in an annual exhibition.
An annual arts residency in Greece offered to practice-based PhD students at UAL. Supported by a bursary with studio and accommodation provided.
The archives and collections at Chelsea College of Arts have a strong emphasis on modern and contemporary art. They include the African-Caribbean, Asian and African Art in Britain archive.
The UAL Doctoral School provides further advice, guidance and support in navigating your PhD journey.
Find out how our research is tackling global issues and effecting change.
An international research network sharing and expanding interior design knowledge.
Take a look at our archive of past research events.
Dr Ken Wilder and Dr Aaron McPeake tell us about their ground-breaking project aiming to change blind people’s experience of art in museums.
Co-editors Rebecca Earley and Rosie Hornbuckle discuss how design can help tackle complex social and environmental issues.
An insight into Sonia's Venice Biennale installation, Feeling Her Way, for which she won the coveted Golden Lion prize.
Research stories
Get in touch with our research office at ccwresearch@arts.ac.uk