PhD Business and Management at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our programme aims to develop rigorous scholars who can advance both academic knowledge and business practice. Our Business and Management PhD gives you the knowledge and skills you need to become a researcher and scholar in Business and Management. These transferable skills are in high demand in knowledge-intensive organisations and environments.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: Newcastle University Business School | Duration: Full time: 3 years; Part time: 6 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027; January 2028 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

Career pathways

Career development and employability are woven throughout our teaching, learning and student experience. The School has dedicated employability support and career spaces to support you on your career journey, both during your studies and for up to three years after graduation. Graduate roles and employers include: Find out more about our employability offer; one-to-one career support; industry-specific career events; online career learning tools; career planning and information sessions; networking opportunities.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a relevant subject. We also usually expect a master’s degree, or international equivalent, at merit or above. In addition to academic qualifications, we also value relevant work experience. If you do not have a master’s degree, you should complete the MA in Management and Business Studies (Research) before continuing onto the PhD track. If you have a master’s degree that is not recognised by the Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC) as Research Master, you will be expected to complete a Postgraduate Certificate (PGCert) in Research Methods in your first year of the programme. English language: IELTS 7.0 overall with a minimum of 6.5 in all sub-skills.

International applicants: GBP 25,250 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027; January 2028

Duration: Full time: 3 years; Part time: 6 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/8240f-65/#how-to-apply

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