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PhD of Business Practice
- London, United Kingdom
- 3 years
- English
- On campus
- PhD
About the program
A research degree for expert-supervised exploration of a business area.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (3): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Design and undertake an original research project in Business Practice. Critically evaluate specialist literature and research evidence. Apply appropriate research methods and ethics
- and communicate findings through scholarly writing and presentations.
Career outcomes
- Academia
- Consultancy
- Research
- Leadership roles in business and the public sector
Curriculum
- The research centres on an area chosen with supervisors
- With seminars
- Workshops and faculty sessions and the Postgraduate Researcher Development Programme. Completion requires the thesis and a viva-voce defence.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Bachelor's degree 2:1 or Master's 60% in a relevant discipline
- Research proposal (~1
- 500 Words)
- CV
- 2 References and interview
- Applicants without these but with significant experience considered by the Associate Dean.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree 2:1 or Master's 60% in a relevant discipline, Research proposal (~1, 500 Words), CV, 2 References and interview, Applicants without these but with significant experience considered by the Associate Dean.
Other requirements
- Interview required
Documents you’ll need
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research Proposal.
How to apply
- Review the programme entry criteria and available intakes. Prepare academic and language evidence required for the course. Submit the application through the institution or authorised admissions partner. Follow instructions in any offer and arrange immigration permission if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £19,450 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £33,580 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Greenwich Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Greenwich Business School |
| Department | Executive Business Centre |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 360 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 3 |
| Scholarship note | Scholarship opportunities may be available to eligible students, Availability and award criteria should be confirmed with the university. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
January 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 3 years.
Tuition is £19,450 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £33,580 GBP. The estimated living cost is £18,840 GBP.
An interview is required.

