Business PhD - School of Economics, Finance and Law, PhD
Join an international group of researchers whose work is making a positive difference in the world of business, economics, finance and law. Our doctoral programme draws on the expertise of our staff and research centres. As a PhD research student here, you'll be supported to contribute to current knowledge practice and progress into your future career.
We're keen to support research into current developments in economics, including alternative models, and new approaches to finance. Our law specialists support research into contemporary issues including access to justice and inclusion. The School has two research centres: the Centre for Pluralism in Economics and the Centre for Process Excellence.
Pursue your research degree with us and you’ll be part of an inspiring research environment. You’ll receive regular supervision from academics who are active in your field, and you'll participate in a doctoral training programme that prepares you for the methodological challenges and key milestones involved with conducting a postgraduate research project. You will become part of a community of active researchers that gives you opportunities to attend expert seminars and present your own work as it develops.
Our students conduct research in a wide variety of topics that address developments and problems in contemporary organisations and work. A variety of methods from qualitative, quantitative, doctrinal research in law. You will also have access to basic training required for teaching at university level and opportunities to observe experienced teachers or conduct teaching with appropriate guidance and mentoring.
We can supervise your research in most areas of business, helping you to develop transferable skills which will be invaluable in your future studies or career.
Here are a few of our specialisms.
- economics and finance
- financial technology
- cryptocurrencies
- big data analysis
- supply chain management
- organisational change and management
- information and communications technologies
- sustainability.
Campus Information
Cambridge
Cambridge has been renowned as a centre of learning since the 13th century – and we’ve been here since 1858 when Cambridge School of Art first opened its doors. Today, our friendly, bustling campus is a stone’s throw from the historic city centre with its vibrant cultural and social scene
Chelmsford
In one of England's newest cities, our riverside campus is made up of striking, modern buildings that house state-of-the-art facilities, including Essex's first School of Medicine.
Intakes
- Jan
- April
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 30
Application Process
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
Job Opportunity Potential
We know that your future career prospects are important, and we're here to help you prepare for the world of work.
Whether you've just joined ARU or you're starting to think about graduation, the Employability Service can support you with career planning, job searches, interview preparation and more. We also organise a host of events, including careers fairs, workshops and opportunities to meet employers.
PSW Opportunity
Studying with us for longer than six months
If you’re coming to study with us for undergraduate, postgraduate taught or postgraduate research course, you’ll need to apply for the Tier 4 student visa.
The new ‘Graduate’ route will be open to all international students – immigration status as a student and have successfully completed a course of study in any subject at undergraduate level or above at an approved UK Higher Education Provider. The visa will allow eligible students to work, or look for work, in any career or position of their choice, for two years after completing their studies.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
India to ARU
A recognised pre-masters course
3 year Bachelors or 4 year Bachelor Engineering or Technology, minimum division 2 (50% - 59%) in relevant subjects
4 year Bachelor of Laws complying with above for entry to LLM
Bangladesh to ARU
A recognised pre-Masters course
2 year Master's degree (when following a 2 year Bachelor degree) with 60% (Grade B/CGPA 3.0) or above
4 year Bachelor degree from the Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET) with 60% (Grade B/CGPA 3.0) or above
MBBS and BDS degrees with 60% (Grade B / CGPA 3.0) or above will be considered on an individual basis
Nepal to ARU
A recognised pre-masters course
Bachelor degree when awarded after 4 years or more with 65% (First Division)
Master's degree (following a three-year Bachelor degree) with 65% (First Division)
Sri Lanka to ARU
Above minimum requirements:
Point 3 below with three B grades
Minimum requirements:
A recognised pre-masters course
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma (from 24 points)
Two General Certificate of Education (GCE) Advanced Level examinations or local Sri Lankan A levels with grade C in relevant subjects with grade C
For entry into a postgraduate research course you'll need one of the following:
for direct registration for a PhD you will usually require an appropriate Masters degree from a UK university or the equivalent from another country.
If English is not your first language you'll need to be able to show you have the required level of English language. This is so we can ensure you'll be able to follow your course.
Our standard requirement for all research degrees is IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each component. Please note that some of our courses may have higher English language proficiency requirements; for specific details and exceptions regarding IELTS, please visit your course page of choice.
Please note that any student requiring a SELT for a pre-sessional English course must ensure that they take their IELTS at an approved test centre. We also accept the following English language tests as equivalent to IELTS 6.5 with 5.5 in each element: ETS TOEFL iBT with 88 overall and a minimum of 17 in Writing and Listening, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking Pearson PTE with 61 overall and a minimum of 51 in all components.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Doctoral Degree/PhD
- Duration: 04 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
55600 GBP
Annual Cost of Living: 9207 GBP
Application Fee: N/A