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PostgraduateDoctor of Philosophy

Accounting and Finance

London South Bank University
London, England
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6 yearsDuration
£14,040Per Year (Intl)
£20,160Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in business and management with the PhD Accounting and Finance at London South Bank University. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 6-year full-time structure. LSBU Business School offers full-time, part-time, and distance-learning research degree programme's. During this PhD course, students work with research supervisors to develop research projects to shape theory, policy and practice in the fields of accounting and finance studies. Under the direction of two research supervisors, students conduct empirical or theoretical research that will lead to new knowledge in a chosen field and are required to write a series of journal articles or thesis of 80,000 words. A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 83% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Advanced Research Methods in Accounting and Finance
Corporate Governance and Financial Disclosure
Financial Markets and Behavioural Finance
Empirical Research Design and Analysis
Audit and Assurance Theory
Academic Writing and Publication Ethics
Quantitative Methods for Finance Research
Critical Analysis of Accounting Policy and Practice
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry Level Requirements Need further information? Call us on 0800 923 8888 to discuss entry requirements. UK Qualifications International Qualifications Applicants for a Research Degree programme at LSBU are usually expected to have a good honours degree (2:2 and above) and a relevant postgraduate qualification, preferably a merit at Master's level. Please also supply two academic references as part of your application. You will also be required to show proof of all of your qualifications. If E

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.55.55.55.55.5
PTE Academic60

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,040

per year

Total Course Cost (6 years)£84,240

Home Student Fee

£20,160

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

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💼 Employment Breakdown

90%Working
10%Work & Study
95%Professional Jobs
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