PhD Business and Management at University of Gloucestershire

Programme overview

The business and management group UoG offers a dynamic research programme that spans key areas, including strategic management, leadership, entrepreneurship, human resource management, organisational behaviour, and international business. We investigate how organisations operate, adapt, and innovate in complex and changing environments, drawing on various interdisciplinary frameworks and evidence-based methods.

Faculty: School of Business, Computing and Social Sciences | Department: Business | Duration: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MA by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research: 2 years full-time; MA by Research: 3 years part-time; MSc by Research: 3 years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time, distance learning | Intake: October 2026; February 2027; October 2027; February 2028; October 2028 | Location: Cheltenham, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

We take a coaching approach to supervision that evolves with your needs. You’ll work closely with your supervisors in a collaborative environment that supports your development and focuses on delivering a meaningful contribution to your field.

Career pathways

Your career goals are central to our postgraduate research programme in business and management. Whether you’re aiming for academic roles, industry leadership, consultancy, or posts in policy and public service, the skills you build here will equip you to lead and influence in a rapidly evolving business landscape.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Master's by Research At least a 2.1 honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject area. PhD A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic. Applications from a range of diverse backgrounds We actively encourage applications from students from a range of diverse backgrounds who demonstrate appropriate research experience and achievement. 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 will be offered an interview with an academic member of staff, either

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,350 a year (2026/27). Annual tuition fee for the full-time option. Source

International applicants: GBP 13,425 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: PhD: 4 years full-time; PhD: 6 years part-time; MA by Research: 2 years full-time; MSc by Research:

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