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Business PhD, PhD, Kingston University London

the United Kingdom

Kingston University London

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About Business PhD, PhD - at Kingston University London

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.

Notes about fees for this course

2025/26

Please view our research degrees page for further details about fees.

Entry requirements

Typical offer:

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):

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.

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