About the course

The PhD programme in the Business School at Bangor has been described by external experts as ’second to none in the UK’. Our role of PhD throughput is amongst the highest in the UK and we have ESRC recognition for our research training (MSc to PhD) in Management and Business as well as Economics. Our current and recent PhD students are a lively and friendly community. Their areas of research interest are as diverse and interesting as their backgrounds.

　　Programme Length - A PhD degree is usually 3 years full-time, or 5-6 years part-time. Candidates are expected to present the results of their research in a 100,000-word thesis which represents a significant original contribution to knowledge in the subject area studied, and to undergo a viva voce examination. An MPhil (Master of Philosophy) degree is usually 2 years full-time, or 3 years part-time. Candidates must successfully complete an approved programme of supervised research, and present their results in a thesis of up to 60,000 word Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£51,900

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Bangor
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Bangor

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for Bangor University

For PhD: Master’s degree in a relevant subject. Normally, a distinction in your Masters Degree is a requirement. For MPhil: First or upper-second class degree in a relevant subject, such as economics, finance, accounting, business or management. The minimum English language requirements will normally be: IELTS: 7.0 (with no individual score lower than 6.5).

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 60.0

　　

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at Bangor University. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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　　THE World ranking52nd / 130

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