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Research Studentships 2004/05
The Robert Gordon University, Aberdeen invites applications from committed
graduates with first class or 2.1 honours degrees to undertake full-time
research for the degree of MPhil or PhD. Opportunities are available across
the University. The University wishes to recruit funded research students
across all of its areas of activity. Entry date to be around the start of
Semester 1, 2004/05.
The studentships include UK/EU tuition fees (£3,010) and a tax-free stipend
of £10,500 per annum to cover living costs.
Title: New topologies of practice: developing cross-disciplinary 3D digital
practices for artists and designers
Information about the Research Topic
A visual artist/designer is required to undertake a practice-based PhD that
addresses the following research question: examine the notion that new
creative opportunities exist for designers/artists as a result of recent
developments in 3D imaging, rapid prototyping and rapid manufacturing
technologies. The research will examine the potential of these digital
technologies for mapping a new set of creative conditions for
artists/designers. The successful candidate will have experience in CAD/CAM
systems to develop artefacts, prototypes and/or products, be able to work
collaboratively with other specialists, and importantly be predisposed to
working in this evolving, predominantly interdisciplinary area.
Specific knowledge/skills required from applicants
Background in one of the following: industrial design, industrial
manufacture, architecture, fine art or related disciplines. Applicants
should be conversant to some degree in the technologies used (3D imaging,
CAD, etc), but importantly be interested/able to work in a predominantly
cross-disciplinary area.
For further details please contact Dr Jon Pengelly, Grayıs School of Art, at
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Closing date: Friday 9 July 2004
The Research Student Application Form can be downloaded from:
http://www.rgu.ac.uk/research/degrees/page.cfm?pge=954
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