Accounting and Finance : PhD

PhD

In Lancaster

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Description

  • Type

    PhD

  • Location

    Lancaster

  • Duration

    4 Years

  • Start date

    Different dates available

The degree includes research training, directed study and a thesis. The first year of the PhD programme consists of ten assessed modules, plus a preliminary research project that will contribute to your final thesis. Progression to Year two and three of the programme is contingent on your first year performance. The thesis aims to develop researchers for positions as world class academics in leading universities, or intellectually and technically demanding roles in business and the public sector.

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Location

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Lancaster (Lancashire)
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Lancaster University, LA1 4YW

Start date

Different dates availableEnrolment now open

About this course

A relevant Masters degree with the distinction level performance both overall and in the dissertation element. In exceptional circumstances, an upper second class honours degree with relevant research experience is accepted. Graduate Management Admissions Test (GMAT) score is often required for non-UK qualifications. Strong analytical and quantitative skills. IELTS: 7.5 or equivalent (minimum element scores apply).

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Subjects

  • Finance
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Communication
  • Accounting
  • Accounting MBA
  • Economic
  • Social
  • Reciprocal
  • PhD programme
  • Business

Course programme

You will learn specialist skills and develop insights necessary to become productive researchers of international standard, as well as gaining a wide scholarly perspective on finance, accounting and other management areas. We emphasise communication and presentation skills, which are absolutely necessary for effective dissemination of research and teaching The University is a member of the North West Doctoral Training Centre (NWDTC) established by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC). As part of this initiative our accounting and finance students take research training modules offered by Manchester University on a reciprocal basis. This permits students to take more specialised courses closer to their specific research interests.

Additional information

Overseas Fee £14,630

Accounting and Finance : PhD

Price on request