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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Kingston Hill
Full Time
OCT-26
3 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Kingston Hill
Full Time
OCT-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
Kingston Hill
Part Time
OCT-26
6 Years
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On Kingston University’s Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) you will develop advanced research skills and professional credibility. You'll work with leading academics, access excellent resources, and explore real-world business challenges in your chosen field.Combine inspiring research with training and teaching opportunities to help develop your thesis and achieve your goals.A Business PhD at Kingston University offers extraordinary opportunities and professional growth. You’ll contribute original ideas, and collaborate with experts in business and refine your expertise.Graduates can pursue influential careers in academia and become thought leaders in their fields. Many excel as professional researchers and consultants, shaping modern business strategies.As a Business PhD student, you'll be part of the Kingston Business School, which has close collaborations with professional organisations. We aim to ensure our programmes bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice. By working closely with the business world's principal professional bodies, we harmonise our courses with the needs of today's business practitioners.The academic community at Kingston Business School has close links with the CIM, CIPD, EFMD, and RICS, amongst other organisations. These links ensure that our courses align with real-world requirements beyond graduation.
Candidates should normally possess:
A first-class or second-class honours undergraduate degree AND a masters degree in general management or a business-related subject
Two personal references from academic referees confirming candidates' suitability for the programme
A short research proposal of approximately 2,000 words which should include the proposed subject area, the aim of the study, a summary of the research to be undertaken, an indication of any previous work completed relevant to the area under investigation, and a bibliography
Additional requirements for Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy):
Open
Candidates should be able to provide evidence of:
Relevant educational, professional and personal experience
Their ability to meet the high intellectual and personal demands of the programme
Their potential to complete the programme within the designated time
Holders of non-UK degrees will be subject to the University's normal entry procedures for equivalence of qualifications.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,006 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£18,000 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£18,000 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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