Partially funded

DUFE PhD Scholarships

Ulster University, United Kingdom

Scholarship overview

For students who completed the Ulster/DUFE joint programme and start postgraduate research at Ulster University Business School in September 2027. Three-year full-time PhD in Northern Ireland, with an opportunity to carry out research in China.

Award Information

  • First Class degree from the UU/DUFE Joint Programme in BSc Hons Accounting or BSc Hons Finance.
  • Meet the university's English language requirements.
  • PhD entry requirement: minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant business area.
  • £7,770 for each of the three years, applied as a discount to annual tuition.
  • 2027/28 tuition fee: £19,630 per annum (subject to annual increase).
  • Applications open: 30 November 2026.
  • Applications close: 5 March 2027.
  • Interviews: 29 March - 16 April 2027.
  • Outcome: 4 May 2027.
  1. Create an account on the online application system and apply for 'A PhD Ulster Business School Full Time'.
  2. Select '399234 - Business and Management (self funded)' as Project ID/Title.
  3. State 'DUFE' in the funding section.
  4. Upload supplemental items after the automated receipt email.
  5. Attend an online interview.

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Documents you will need

  • Personal statement on motivation
  • Research proposal of about 2,000 words
  • Degree certificates and transcripts
  • Evidence of English language proficiency

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