PhD (Integrated) Management Science at Lancaster University

Programme overview

The Management Science Integrated PhD is a doctoral programme that includes at least one year of structured research and subject training. Training is concentrated in year one but continues into years two and three. We know that many sponsors prefer students to have a thorough grounding in research methods and to improve their subject knowledge before concentrating on their research thesis - the Integrated PhD offers exactly that.

Faculty: Lancaster University Management School | Department: Management Science | Duration: Full time 4 - 5 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Application information

Entry requirements

Academic requirements: 2:1 Hons degree (UK or equivalent) in a relevant subject. We may also consider non-standard applicants; please contact us for information. English language requirements: We require an IELTS (Academic) Test with an overall score of at least 7.0, and a minimum of 6.0 in each element of the test.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Home fee for 2026/27 (UK Research Councils standard fee level, full-time); the following year's fee is not yet set Source

International applicants: GBP 23,300 a year (2027/28). Full-time rate (per year) Source

Duration: Full time 4 - 5 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.lancaster.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/applying-for-postgraduate-study/

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