Accounting and Finance (PhD) at University of Bristol

Programme overview

Research is central to the activities of the University of Bristol Business School. The school comprises several groups of academic staff with a variety of interests and a focus on research that has practical relevance. The results of the most recent UK-wide research assessment, the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) , rated 88% of the research activity in business and management as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.

Faculty: Faculty of Science and Engineering | Duration: Up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: The programme will start in September 2027 as this is considered to be the best time for initiating research projects and attending training units. | Location: Bristol, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

PhD students are required to complete 60 credits of taught units within the first 18 months of enrolment, in line with University regulations. These units are typically completed during the first year of study, unless an exemption has been granted through Recognition of Prior Learning. Students funded by the ESRC/SWDTP may need to undertake additional credits, as outlined in their award letter.

Career pathways

The primary purpose of this qualification is to prepare for a career in research. Another popular route for graduates is consultancy or enter policy-based institutions.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The applicant must have an upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification, and either have completed or be completing a master's qualification from a UK university (or equivalent). At Master's level, we expect a Merit as a minimum, with a Distinction in the research component. In the majority of cases, an overall award of Distinction is desirable. English language: profile level A.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,343 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

International applicants: GBP 22,500 a year (2027/28). full-time per year; 2027 entry, subject to annual review. Source

Intake: The programme will start in September 2027 as this is considered to be the best time for initiating

Duration: Up to four years full-time, up to eight years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/apply/start-application/

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