Business Studies PhD

In line with our Public Value ethos, our PhD in Business Studies is 3-year full-time program designed for highly qualified and motivated students who wish to research current and important problems and phenomena facing our economy and society. We ensure that PhD students are fully integrated members of our research community. As a doctoral student, we will expect you to contribute fully to the advancement of knowledge within your chosen academic field. As a PhD student, you will develop your knowledge and skills in research design, qualitative and quantitative research methods and research ethics. Subject experts will guide and supervise you during your PhD programme.

Entry requirements for the 3-year full-time PhD Programme A specialist Master-level degree in Business, Management, Social Sciences or related subjects, from an internationally renowned University of comparable or higher standing than Cardiff Business School. A minimum of 60% grades for a UK master’s degree, or the equivalent grading for international degrees. Evidence of previous research training, including attending research-focused taught modules and submitting a research-based Master's dissertation. As part of your application process, you will have to submit a research proposal demonstrating the intellectual ability to identify viable research questions and the potential to develop a valuable contribution to knowledge in your elected area. Entry requirements for the 4-year structure (training and PhD) A Master's degree from a UK or international university falling short of the minimum criteria for direct entry to the Programme. For example: marks between 50% and 60%, and/or insufficient evidence of robust research training, and/or degree from a University without a strong international status An upper second-class honours degree (2:1 in the UK or equivalent) in Business, Management, Social Sciences and related subjects, from an internationally renowned University.