A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic
You’ll develop skills in business through an in-depth research project on a topic of your choice and the development of advanced academic skills. You’ll cover a wide range of research topics, from consumer behaviour to management accounting, or leadership to production control. The key is that you are able to develop doctoral work that has relevance to theory and practice.
Based in our new, purpose-built Business School at our Oxstalls Campus, Gloucester, you’ll develop professionally, build connections and enhance your knowledge and skills on our range of flexible courses, many of which are accredited by industry bodies. Our lecturers are current and active business professionals, experts and researchers who apply real-world industry experience to their teaching.
The DBA is a structured route to doctoral-level achievement. The initial pre-thesis modular element lasts 12 months, after which you present your formal research plan. You then enter the thesis phase, which lasts a minimum of a further 24 months. At its conclusion, you present and defend a thesis in a viva voce exam. DBA classes are limited to a maximum of 20 people who benefit from a collaborative learning environment.
Modules include:
A master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic
A minimum of two years’ post-qualification professional practice and ability to demonstrate professional competence of a high standard in the relevant research area
EU and international students need IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in writing and 5.5 in any other component) or equivalent.
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Start date | Course code |
Fee (UK) Fee per year |
Fee (international) Fee per year |
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April 2025 | — | £8,825 | £8,825 |
January 2025 | — | £8,825 | £8,825 |
June 2025 | — | £8,825 | £8,825 |
April 2026 | — | £9,275 | £9,275 |
January 2026 | — | £9,275 | £9,275 |
June 2026 | — | £9,275 | £9,275 |
September 2025 | — | £9,275 | £9,275 |
January 2027 | — | TBC | TBC |
September 2026 | — | TBC | TBC |
International students can benefit from a range of scholarships and bursaries across many undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. |
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Our postgraduate research students cultivate a diverse set of skills that are highly valued in the UK and internationally, preparing them for successful careers within academia and beyond.
As a postgraduate research student at UoG, you’ll develop and refine a range of skills across research, academic practice, project management and critical analysis to equip you for your future. Whether it’s contributing to ground-breaking academic research or applying problem-solving skills in the workplace, we’ll ensure you’re ready to take on your next challenge.
This versatility opens doors to opportunities across various sectors, from education and research institutions to commercial organisations and NGOs, where you’ll have the confidence to apply your researcher skills and develop innovative solutions to meet your ambitions.
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2023 sees us celebrate 15 successful years of working closely with IHP, our official German DBA partner. IHP has introduced us to many high-calibre German DBA applicants and more than 40 of them have now graduated from our programme.
Gain new skills and develop innovative projects using cutting-edge facilities, labs and suites. Work with expert lecturers and professionals from across the industry.
Our Doctorate in Business Administration (DBA) is ranked 21st overall in the European Economic Committee's Global DBA Rankings 2023.
DBA study in the UK or Germany
2023 sees us celebrate 15 successful years of working closely with IHP, our official German DBA partner. IHP has introduced us to many high-calibre German DBA applicants and more than 40 of them have now graduated from our programme. If you are interested in studying the taught element of the DBA in Munich, Germany, please visit their website.