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Doctor of Business Administration University of South Wales

Highlights
Tuition fee
17900 GBP / year
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Tuition fee
17900 GBP / year
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Duration
36 months
Duration
36 months
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Campus location
Pontypridd, United Kingdom
Campus location
Pontypridd, United Kingdom
Taught in
English
Taught in
English

About

The Doctor of Business Administration programme from University of South Wales is a professional doctorate designed for senior managers and professionals who want to develop higher-level research skills that can be used to make informed strategic decisions within their organisations. 

Overview

The DBA supports senior leaders to become critical thinkers who have the ability to apply theoretical knowledge in an applied setting to make real change.

The Doctor of Business Administration programme from University of South Wales is designed for management professionals who want to build on their extensive knowledge and experience through the application of organisational theory and research practice. The student determines the focus of the DBA and through the development of the thesis each doctoral candidate will be encouraged to explore the contribution to practical and theoretical knowledge within his or her discipline.

Offered on a full or part-time basis, USW's Doctor of Business Administration is an excellent choice for individuals wishing to undertake Doctoral study while in full time managerial positions. 

Careers

Career enhancement to strategic levels in organisations is often sought by successful DBA candidates. DBA graduates have the ability to create and interpret new knowledge through original research. They produce first-class original research of publishable quality that sets them apart from other managers. This encompasses robust design, implementation, execution, and dissemination. This research also makes significant contributions to practice on many levels, within organisations, on an industry level, and on a policy level. Many of our DBA graduates have progressed to senior positions in public sector, private sector, and academia.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

  • The nature of research
  • Professional Skills
  • Quantitative research
  • Qualitative Research
  • Organisation theory
  • Research practicum
  • Independent research report

Key information

Duration

  • Full-time
    • 36 months
  • Part-time
    • 72 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Language

English
IELTS
6.5

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus, Online

Campus Location

  • Pontypridd, United Kingdom

What students do after studying

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS
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Other requirements

General requirements

  • Admission to the Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) normally requires a Masters degree from a recognised academic institution. In addition, all applicants are required to provide evidence of significant professional or managerial experience.
  • All applicants must be able to access organisations to conduct their research. This will normally be your employing organisation but may include others. Access to support for the research study is essential in terms of initial selection and for the duration of the programme.
  • Applications must include two references on headed paper from your referees which should be uploaded as a supporting document. Please note, we can not accept applications without these two references. At least one referee should be able to comment on your academic/professional ability. References provided by relatives are not acceptable.

Tuition Fees

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    Non-residents
    17900 GBP / year
    17900 GBP / year

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Scholarships Information

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Available Scholarships

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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
07 Oct 2026
Fulbright U.S. Student Program

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U.S. government
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 GBP
Deadline
21 Jun 2026
GREAT Scholarship
Merit-based

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British Council - Accreditation UK
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Nov 2026
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ServiceScape
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Independent provider
Grant
3500 USD
Deadline
15 Nov 2026
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ACES Education Fund
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Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
Not specified
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Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
Various benefits
Deadline
28 Feb 2027
Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship
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Independent provider
Grant
19000 GBP
Deadline
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Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
6000 USD
Deadline
16 Aug 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
4000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
10000 USD
Deadline
01 Sep 2026
The PhD Prep Fellowship
Merit-based

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Independent provider
Grant
5000 USD
Deadline
28 Aug 2026
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
13 Jul 2026
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Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
31 Oct 2026
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Grant
22500 GBP
Deadline
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Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids

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UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO)
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Independent provider
Grant
3000 USD
Deadline
31 Dec 2026
Scholarship for students with disabilities
Need-based

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Anonymous Hope Fund
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
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CIAPS Commonwealth Scholarships for Postgraduate Professional Studies

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CIAPS 
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
30 Jun 2026
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Grant
12000 USD
Deadline
11 Jan 2027
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Independent provider
Grant
1000 USD
Deadline
20 May 2026
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Grant
1500 USD
Deadline
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