Fully-Funded PhD in Business studies and management: accounting, Southampton University, UK
Deadline for applications: 31 January 2023
Southampton Business School has an ambitious, quality-driven strategy of growth. To enable world-leading research and generate knowledge that is recognised in the global academic community, we’re awarding full PhD studentships to outstanding candidates.
We’re a world-class department looking for PhD candidates interested in all areas of accounting, with their own research proposal. You’ll have excellent quantitative and qualitative accounting skills.
Two of our priority accounting research areas include:
- corporate governance
- sustainability practices and reporting
Entry requirements
You must have the following (or their international equivalents):
- a strong research proposal
- a 2:1 undergraduate honours degree in a relevant subject
- a master of science at merit level in a relevant subject
You must also give a satisfactory interview.
English language requirements
If English is not your first language, you’ll need an International English Language Testing System (IELTS) minimum level of 7.0 with a 6.5 in writing, reading, speaking and listening.
Your awarded certificate needs to be dated within the last 2 years. If you are working towards this test, we may still be able to make you an offer. However, you must achieve the minimum level stated above.
Visit our English language proficiency pages to find out about other qualifications we accept.
If you need further English language tuition before starting your degree, you can apply for one of our pre-sessional English language courses.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees will be paid and you’ll receive a stipend (living allowance) of £17,668 tax-free per year for up to 3 years.
How to apply
You need to:
- choose programme type (Research), 2023/24, Faculty of Social Sciences
- choose PhD in Business Studies and Management (Full time)
- add name of the supervisor, Dr Michalis Veliziotis, in section 2
- indicate the specific subject area you’re applying for in the funding section
Applications should include:
- your PhD research degree proposal
- your CV with details of your academic record and research interests
- your academic transcript
- details of 2 current academic referees, with their institutional email addresses
- a short statement of your research interests
- IELTS or TOEFL certificate, or evidence that you are working towards it (if English is not your first language)
Source / More information: Official Website HERE.