
Royal College of Art

London
,United Kingdom

Program Name
PhD in Circular Economy

Deadline
January 19th, 2026
Overview

Total Tuition Fees
$92,000

Median Salary
$1,10,000

Intake
Spring ( Apr - June )

Intake
Fall ( Sept - Nov )
Class Profile

Class Size
22

Average Age
28

Average Work Experience
2 Years
Career Outcomes

Median Earnings After Graduation
$1,10,000 / year

Graduation Rate
85%

Job Placement
90%
Eligibility Criteria

At least 24 months of full-time professional experience after graduation.

At least 3 years of bachelor degree.

Accepted fields include Art, Design, STEM disciplines, Engineering.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.
English Proficiency Tests
IELTS
7

Application Requirements
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Portfolio

Personal Statement

Academic LOR
Application Deadlines
| Round 1 | N/A | |
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Jan 19, 2026 | N/A |
| Spring | N/A | Dec 5, 2025 |
Fees and Funding

Tuition Fees
$32,600 / year

Overall Cost
$1,50,000 / year
FAQs
- What research areas can be explored in this PhD? ---> Circular design, sustainable materials, waste reduction systems, product life-cycle design, circular business models, environmental policy, and systems innovation.
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