This professional doctorate provides an advanced research environment for experienced practitioners in art and design. Students can undertake substantial practice-based or research-led work that contributes to professional knowledge and creative practice. The programme encourages students to investigate significant questions within their chosen area while developing an original body of creative work supported by critical research. Students can explore contemporary artistic and design practices, methodologies, professional contexts, and theoretical perspectives. It is suitable for experienced artists, designers, creative practitioners, and professionals seeking doctoral-level expertise. The programme can support progression into senior creative practice, academic research, teaching, cultural organisations, professional consultancy, curatorial activities, and leadership positions within the creative industries.