PhD Management Science at Lancaster University

Programme overview

Do you want to use advanced technical skills to solve problems in the world of management science? Join our global group of high-potential scholars using quantitative analytical skills to address complex modern problems. Our innovative research focuses on operations research, management science, business analytics, operations management, information systems and project management.

Faculty: Lancaster University Management School | Department: Management Science | Duration: Full time 3 - 4 years | Study mode: full-time | Location: Lancaster, England, United Kingdom

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Entry requirements

Academic requirements: A relevant UK Master's degree with a minimum of 65% overall and 65% in the dissertation, or a non-UK Master's degree, graded at the equivalent level. We may also consider non-standard applicants; please contact us for information. Additional requirements: As part of your application you also need to provide a viable research proposal of up to 5,000 words, which has the potential to make a significant contribution to prior literature. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage. 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 3 - 4 years

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

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