PhD Accounting and Finance
University of Manchester
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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The Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded by the University in recognition of the successful completion of a course of supervised research, the results of which show evidence of originality and independent critical judgement and constitute an addition to knowledge. Providing robust and systematic research training is a core strength of our PhD programme. To be able to take full advantage of the training opportunities that are offered, students should reside in or within commuting ...Read more

The Degree of Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) is awarded by the University in recognition of the successful completion of a course of supervised research, the results of which show evidence of originality and independent critical judgement and constitute an addition to knowledge. Providing robust and systematic research training is a core strength of our PhD programme. To be able to take full advantage of the training opportunities that are offered, students should reside in or within commuting distance from Manchester. We strongly encourage any students who do not reside locally to enrol full-time.

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Ee Wen
10 Oct 25

Best experience would be how many opportunities and things theres are to explore in my university. Lots of societies, kind people, etc. Worst aspects would be the weather i..Read more

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Entry requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelors degree with Honours (to UK standard) of First or Upper Second (2:1) Class. Applicants are also expected to hold a relevant Masters degree in finance, accounting or a cognate subject area. Normally we require performance at distinction level (70% or above) including any dissertation component; GPA of 3.3 or above; or equivalent.

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Ee Wen
10 Oct 25
Accounting and Finance - BAECOM
Best experience would be how many opportunities and things theres are to explore in my university. Lots of societies, kind people, etc. Worst aspects would be the weather i...
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08 Oct 25
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University of Manchester
Oxford Road Manchester Greater Manchester M13 9PL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Piccadilly  0.3 miles away
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