Entry requirements for the 3-year full-time PhD Programme A specialist Master-level degree in Business, Management, Social Sciences or related subjects, from an internationally renowned University of comparable or higher standing than Cardiff Business School. A minimum of 60% grades for a UK masters degree, or the equivalent grading for international degrees. Evidence of previous research training, including attending research-focussed taught modules and submitting a research-based Master dissertation. As part of your application process you will have to submit a research proposal demonstrating the intellectual ability to identify viable research questions and a potential to develop a valuable contribution to knowledge in your elected area. Entry requirements for the ‘1+3 structure (MSc + PhD) A Master degree from a UK or international university falling short of the minimum criteria for a direct entry to the Programme. For example: marks between 50% and 60%, and/or insufficient evidence of robust research training, and/or degree from a University without a strong international status An upper second-class honours degree (2:1 in UK or equivalent) in Business, Management, Social Sciences and related subjects, from an internationally renowned University. As part of your application process you will have to submit a research proposal demonstrating the intellectual ability to identify viable research questions and a potential to develop a valuable contribution to knowledge in your elected area.