Study PgCert Research Methods (Pre-Doctoral Programme) PgCert at Heriot-Watt University in the UK, Edinburgh Business School

About this course

About this course
- Overview
- Department
Study options
Entry requirements
- International

What will I learn?

With Go Global, Heriot-Watt's global student programme, you can carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way. You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.The programme is open to anyone with an interest in doctoral level research. Students who complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods can apply for a DBA or PhD with Edinburgh Business School. However, you will still need to meet the other entry requirements and apply for your preferred programme of study.

Which department am I in?

Edinburgh Business School

Study options

Online/Distance with attendance (1 Year)

Tuition fees

£3,690.00 (US$ 4,765) per year

The total cost of the programme by distance-learning is £3690. Each optional 4-day on-campus seminar costs £800.

This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Online

Riccarton, Edinburgh,

Edinburgh,

Scotland,

EH14 4AS, Scotland, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Students who complete the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methods can apply for a DBA or PhD with Edinburgh Business School. However, you will still need to meet the other entry requirements and apply for your preferred programme of study.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.