Overview

The Management programme at University of Bath is designed to equip doctoral researchers who have already completed an MRes or equivalent training with the skills and training to conduct and publish the high-quality research necessary to pursue successful careers as professional management scholars and researchers in leading research-led universities.

Professional Development

Professional development is a crucial element of doctoral study, not only in supporting your research but also as part of your longer term career development. Our DoctoralSkills workshops and courses will help you build your skills and help you succeed in your doctorate.

Programme Structure

Taught units in the first year including a selection of the following modules:

Approaches to management research

Principles and skills of management research

Qualitative methods for management

Quantitative methods for management

Qualitative and quantitative research practicum

Research apprenticeship

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-28 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-31 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

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100

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PTE Academic

69

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IELTS

7

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Bath, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Management Studies View 86 other PhDs in Management Studies in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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100

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69

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IELTS

7

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Other requirements

General requirements

Our PhD programme is competitive, and we seek motivated, talented individuals with demonstrably high intellectual ability who are committed to excellence in research.

Minimum requirements are a bachelor’s degree at a First or Upper-second level (or equivalent) from a recognised university and English language proficiency, as well as an MRes (Master of Research) or equivalent from a recognised university. We also consider applications from candidates seeking to transfer their PhDs from another universities.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

24450 GBP / year

≈ 24450 GBP / year

Living costs

Bath

United Kingdom

808 - 1228 GBP / month

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