Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy)

Make a distinct and original contribution to your chosen field of business Combine inspiring research with training and teaching opportunities to help develop your thesis and achieve your goals. A Business PhD at Kingston University offers extraordinary opportunities and professional growth. You’ll contribute original ideas, and collaborate with experts in business and refine your expertise. Graduates can pursue influential careers in academia and become thought leaders in their fields. Many excel as professional researchers and consultants, shaping modern business strategies. As a Business PhD student, you'll be part of the Kingston Business School, which has close collaborations with professional organisations. We aim to ensure our programmes bridge the gap between academic theory and professional practice. By working closely with the business world's principal professional bodies, we harmonise our courses with the needs of today's business practitioners. The academic community at Kingston Business School has close links with the CIM, CIPD, EFMD, and RICS, amongst other organisations. These links ensure that our courses align with real-world requirements beyond graduation.

English language requirements for Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy): Open English language requirement for this course: All non-UK applicants must meet our English language requirements. For this course it is Academic IELTS of 7.0 overall with special conditions in all elements. If you do not meet our English language requirements, you may be eligible for Kingston University's pre-sessional English language course. Check out our English Language Programme page for more details. If you’re applying from a recognised majority English-speaking country (MESC), you won’t need to meet the requirem

October 2026

We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. Applications will close when the course is full.

• Kingston Hill, United Kingdom