Program Overview

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Business School MPhil/PhD

Course Overview

This programme will give you the opportunity to carry out cutting-edge research that will help you understand the challenges of business in a globalised society, will prepare you for a career in higher education or in professional practice, and offer you the chance to make a lasting contribution to organisations, academia and the wider society.

Why Undertake a PhD in the Business School at Middlesex University?

Middlesex University's Business School is internationally renowned and publishes in what the Research Excellence Framework (REF) considers 'world-leading' and 'internationally excellent' journals. The School features Research Clusters of leading scholars who are ideally situated to supervise doctoral students thanks to their expertise.

Programme Highlights

• Access to a weekly PhD development training that supports the different facets of becoming a researcher.
• Access to nearly 200 methodological on-demand web lectures through the University's CARMA membership (Consortium for the Advancement of Research Methods and Analysis).
• Offers training and teaching opportunities in Middlesex University Business School.
• Access to consultancy opportunities with government departments through the Centre for Enterprise and Economic Development Research (CEEDR) and our Department of Economics.

About Your Course

What Will You Study on the PhD in the Business School?

Under the direction of your Director of Studies, you will conduct empirical or theoretical research that will lead to new knowledge in your chosen field and you will write a report or thesis of 80,000 words. The route to a PhD at Middlesex University takes a minimum of three years (full-time). A part-time mode of study is also available. Undertaking this programme includes taking a structured PhD development training programme.

Research

Your research supervision will be conducted by a Director of Studies and at least one other supervisor from the University. Your supervisory team will help you to clarify your initial objectives, structure your research and develop supplementary skills.

Facilities and Support

Student Support

We offer lots of support to help you while you're studying including financial advice, wellbeing, mental health, and disability support.

Entry Requirements

Qualifications

Applicants are expected to have at least one of the following:

• An undergraduate degree, usually with a class 2:1 or equivalent
• A master's qualification or equivalent (professional practice accreditation)

Eligibility

UK and international students are eligible to apply for this course.

Application Process

• PhD applicants have to submit a written application including a research proposal and shortlist candidates go through an interview.
• For PhD through published works, a portfolio of existing publications.

Fees and Funding

UK Students

Full-time students: £6,400 per year Part-time students: £3,200 (flat fee per year)

EU/International Students

Full-time students: £16,000 per year Part-time students: £8,200 (flat fee per year)

Additional Costs

The following course-related costs are included in the fees:

• A free electronic textbook for every module
• All printing and copying required for your study
• Self-service laptops available for loan for a maximum of 24 hours
• Audio-visual equipment available for loan, including digital stills cameras, digital video recorders, digital audio recorders

Research Areas

The Business School provides a three-year research training programme for all MPhil and PhD students. The Business School training is complemented by the generic research development provision offered by the University at large and by on-demand provisions furnished by the Library and the University systems.

Assessment

Students have their progress reviewed in each year that they are registered with the University. Assessment will comprise of the three stages of the PhD:

• Registration: written proposal (2,500 words)
• Transfer from the MPhil to the PhD: a research methods chapter (6,000 to 10,000 words) and a critical evaluation of research progress (3,000 to 6,000 words)
• Thesis submission and viva: final dissertation (80,000 words maximum)