Doctoral programme in performing arts: Doctor of Arts (Arts and Design, Dance, or Theatre and Drama) (4 yr)
Sibelius Academy · Helsinki, Finland · Checked 24 October 2026
Degree levelPhD
SubjectArts & Design
Tuition (non-EU students)Free (no tuition fee)
LanguageEnglish
Duration4 years (240 ECTS)
Application deadlineSee official pageCheck official site
Applying from Pakistan
- Documents: degree and transcripts (attested by HEC for university degrees, IBCC for intermediate), passport, CV and usually a motivation letter. See the paperwork guides.
- English: most programmes ask for IELTS or TOEFL; check the programme page for the minimum score.
- Tuition: Free (no tuition fee). Students from outside the EU/EEA usually pay the first year's fee before the residence permit is issued.
- Visa: read the Finland student visa guide for proof of funds, documents and processing time.
Similar programmes in Finland
- Doctor of Music (4 yr) Sibelius Academy
- Doctoral Programme in Arts, Design and Architecture, Doctor of Arts (4 yrs) Aalto University
- Doctor of fine arts (4 yr) Sibelius Academy
- Doctoral Programme in Humanities and Social Sciences, spring 2027 University of Jyväskylä
- Doctor of Arts, postgraduate degree, 210 credits University of Lapland
Details from Studyinfo.fi (Finnish National Agency for Education). Fees, requirements and deadlines change every year; confirm them on the official programme page before you apply.
