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October 2026
Kingston Hill
Kingston University,
Kingston Hill,
Kingston Upon Thames,
Surrey,
KT2 7LB, Southern England, United Kingdom
Candidates should normally possess:
A first-class or second-class honours undergraduate degree AND a masters degree in general management or a business-related subject
Two personal references from academic referees confirming candidates' suitability for the programme
A short research proposal of approximately 2,000 words which should include the proposed subject area, the aim of the study, a summary of the research to be undertaken, an indication of any previous work completed relevant to the area under investigation, and a bibliography
Additional requirements for Business PhD (Doctor of Philosophy):
Open
Candidates should be able to provide evidence of:
Relevant educational, professional and personal experience
Their ability to meet the high intellectual and personal demands of the programme
Their potential to complete the programme within the designated time
Holders of non-UK degrees will be subject to the University's normal entry procedures for equivalence of qualifications.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
92 percent of Kingston University graduates are in employment or further study within 15 months of graduation.