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How to apply for a research degree

To apply for a research degree, please make sure you fulfill the entry requirements and then complete the online research degree application form and upload your supporting documents.

You should have a good honours degree (2:1 or above) or masters degree or equivalent in the relevant subject area.

International applicants should be aware of our research degree English language requirements

Research Students

The Institute welcomes applications to join its research programmes and provides opportunities for research training at PhD, MPhil and MA/MSc by Research levels.

The research areas currently available include:

  • Human resource management
  • Information systems
  • Knowledge management
  • Operations and Project Management
  • Language learning and assessment
  • Intercultural communication
  • Marketing

If you are not sure about your research topic please see suggested examples:

For more information about MSc/MA please visit:

Information about MSc/MA by Research in the Business School

How to apply

Please refer to the Guidance on Applying for more information

Applications are handled centrally by the Research Graduate School of the University.

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