Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

You’ll develop skills in business through an in-depth research project on a topic of your choice and the development of advanced academic skills. You’ll cover a wide range of research topics, from consumer behaviour to management accounting, or leadership to production control.

Faculty: School of Business, Computing and Social Sciences | Department: Business | Duration: 4 years full-time; 6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Compulsory modules. Level 8: Reflective Professional Development, Systematic Literature Review, Methodological Fundamentals, Research Methods and Analysis.

Career pathways

Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Doctorate standard A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic Post-qualification professional practice A minimum of two years’ post-qualification professional practice and ability to demonstrate professional competence of a high standard in the relevant research area IELTS 6.5 (6.0 writing, 5.5 all other components) EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent. Interview If you meet the entry criteria you may be offered an interview with an academic member of staff, either in person or online. Research proposal Your application should include a research propo

Domestic applicants: GBP 9,550 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 9,550 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028

Duration: 4 years full-time; 6 years part-time

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