PhD Marketing
Heriot-Watt University
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edinburgh Campus

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SEP-25

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3 years

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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Edinburgh Campus

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OverviewThe main mission of our Marketing subject research group is to advance and disseminate knowledge in the important field of marketing. Our approach is interdisciplinary since the marketing discipline draws on knowledge from many other fields (e.g. psychology, sociology, anthropology). Our group works with PhD scholars in the following areas: cultural heritage and tourism, sustainable consumption, consumer research and consumer psychology, digital marketing, and financial services ...Read more

Overview

The main mission of our Marketing subject research group is to advance and disseminate knowledge in the important field of marketing. Our approach is interdisciplinary since the marketing discipline draws on knowledge from many other fields (e.g. psychology, sociology, anthropology). Our group works with PhD scholars in the following areas: cultural heritage and tourism, sustainable consumption, consumer research and consumer psychology, digital marketing, and financial services marketing. This list is not exhaustive, however, and we would encourage students with excellent records of achievement (particularly self-funded) to contact us.

We are proud of our record in graduating PhD scholars who have contributed to important debates by producing research of a high international standard. Being part of a diverse School of Social Science gives our scholars access to supervision by experts in core marketing disciplines such as Psychology, Economics and Cultural Studies. This further enhances the quality of our scholars’ research and academic skills. As part of a University with campuses in Scotland, United Arab Emirates and Malaysia, we can also offer international opportunities, further enriching our scholars’ career prospects.

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90/101
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28th
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42nd
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Abigail
05 Feb 24

the uni is a great place to study because they provide so much support for students in all different areas. However the university is slightly far out and is a 40 min bus ride..Read more

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Patrick
05 Feb 24

A great place to study, lots of opportunities and facilities to utilise, just a lack of community..Read more

Entry requirements

To apply to study a PhD in Marketing, please select 'PhD Management' in the application form's drop-down menu. All applications will be reviewed within the relevant department with a shortlisting decision made based on qualifications, the research proposal and the availability of a supervisory team. Shortlisted applicants must have the equivalent of a 1st class honours undergraduate degree, or a Masters degree with an average mark of 65% or higher and a dissertation mark of 65% or higher. Applicants who are unsure if their qualifications meet the minimum criteria should contact . Please note that possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee shortlisting for interview.

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Abigail
05 Feb 24
Marketing (Accelerated) MA (Hons)
the uni is a great place to study because they provide so much support for students in all different areas. However the university is slightly far out and is a 40 min bus ride...
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Patrick
05 Feb 24
Marketing (Accelerated) MA (Hons)
A great place to study, lots of opportunities and facilities to utilise, just a lack of community...
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Heriot-Watt University
Heriot-Watt University , Edinburgh

Heriot-Watt University has a 200-year history, and over that time has cultivated an outstanding reputation for its quality of teaching...

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