48 monthsProgramme duration
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The Department of Accounting and Finance at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) invites applications for its PhD programme in Accounting and Finance. You will work alongside world-leading academics in a busy, exciting, and innovative department.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who have an excellent undergraduate degree and outstanding performance at master's level. Qualifications should be in a related discipline to your intended PhD studies. You should also be committed to pursuing an academic career.
Lancaster University's Accounting and Finance department offers an excellent research environment, with a high level of collegiality, subscriptions to state-of-the-art databases, a strong seminar series, and a senior visitors programme. It is one of the largest departments within Lancaster University's globally recognised, triple-accredited international business school.
What will I study in an Accounting and Finance PhD? PhD students in Accounting and Finance are required to complete a portfolio of advanced courses and seminars that cover finance theory, econometric methods, statistical methods, and research methodology. Upon completing the coursework successfully, you will conduct research and write a thesis on a topic that you are passionate about. Two subject-matter experts will provide detailed supervision to ensure your research contributes new knowledge to the academic community.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain international experience by visiting a leading school in the United States or Europe that specialises in a relevant research area.
Facilities and resources We offer an excellent environment for PhD studies, including dedicated office space, generous funding for conferences and research visits, access to numerous specialised databases, scientific computing facilities, and IT support.
For many years, the department has consistently strengthened its doctoral programme. We have developed a comprehensive PhD training system to help our graduates succeed in the job market. In addition to the training provided by our excellent faculty, the department regularly invites distinguished visiting professors from top universities around the world to conduct doctoral tutorials on specialised research topics. Our PhD students are privileged to receive training from world-leading scholars each summer and have extensive opportunities to consult with external experts.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who have an excellent undergraduate degree and outstanding performance at master's level. Qualifications should be in a related discipline to your intended PhD studies. You should also be committed to pursuing an academic career.
Lancaster University's Accounting and Finance department offers an excellent research environment, with a high level of collegiality, subscriptions to state-of-the-art databases, a strong seminar series, and a senior visitors programme. It is one of the largest departments within Lancaster University's globally recognised, triple-accredited international business school.
What will I study in an Accounting and Finance PhD? PhD students in Accounting and Finance are required to complete a portfolio of advanced courses and seminars that cover finance theory, econometric methods, statistical methods, and research methodology. Upon completing the coursework successfully, you will conduct research and write a thesis on a topic that you are passionate about. Two subject-matter experts will provide detailed supervision to ensure your research contributes new knowledge to the academic community.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain international experience by visiting a leading school in the United States or Europe that specialises in a relevant research area.
Facilities and resources We offer an excellent environment for PhD studies, including dedicated office space, generous funding for conferences and research visits, access to numerous specialised databases, scientific computing facilities, and IT support.
For many years, the department has consistently strengthened its doctoral programme. We have developed a comprehensive PhD training system to help our graduates succeed in the job market. In addition to the training provided by our excellent faculty, the department regularly invites distinguished visiting professors from top universities around the world to conduct doctoral tutorials on specialised research topics. Our PhD students are privileged to receive training from world-leading scholars each summer and have extensive opportunities to consult with external experts.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
The Department of Accounting and Finance at Lancaster University Management School (LUMS) invites applications for its PhD programme in Accounting and Finance. You will work alongside world-leading academics in a busy, exciting, and innovative department.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who have an excellent undergraduate degree and outstanding performance at master's level. Qualifications should be in a related discipline to your intended PhD studies. You should also be committed to pursuing an academic career.
Lancaster University's Accounting and Finance department offers an excellent research environment, with a high level of collegiality, subscriptions to state-of-the-art databases, a strong seminar series, and a senior visitors programme. It is one of the largest departments within Lancaster University's globally recognised, triple-accredited international business school.
What will I study in an Accounting and Finance PhD? PhD students in Accounting and Finance are required to complete a portfolio of advanced courses and seminars that cover finance theory, econometric methods, statistical methods, and research methodology. Upon completing the coursework successfully, you will conduct research and write a thesis on a topic that you are passionate about. Two subject-matter experts will provide detailed supervision to ensure your research contributes new knowledge to the academic community.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain international experience by visiting a leading school in the United States or Europe that specialises in a relevant research area.
Facilities and resources We offer an excellent environment for PhD studies, including dedicated office space, generous funding for conferences and research visits, access to numerous specialised databases, scientific computing facilities, and IT support.
For many years, the department has consistently strengthened its doctoral programme. We have developed a comprehensive PhD training system to help our graduates succeed in the job market. In addition to the training provided by our excellent faculty, the department regularly invites distinguished visiting professors from top universities around the world to conduct doctoral tutorials on specialised research topics. Our PhD students are privileged to receive training from world-leading scholars each summer and have extensive opportunities to consult with external experts.
We are looking for highly motivated candidates who have an excellent undergraduate degree and outstanding performance at master's level. Qualifications should be in a related discipline to your intended PhD studies. You should also be committed to pursuing an academic career.
Lancaster University's Accounting and Finance department offers an excellent research environment, with a high level of collegiality, subscriptions to state-of-the-art databases, a strong seminar series, and a senior visitors programme. It is one of the largest departments within Lancaster University's globally recognised, triple-accredited international business school.
What will I study in an Accounting and Finance PhD? PhD students in Accounting and Finance are required to complete a portfolio of advanced courses and seminars that cover finance theory, econometric methods, statistical methods, and research methodology. Upon completing the coursework successfully, you will conduct research and write a thesis on a topic that you are passionate about. Two subject-matter experts will provide detailed supervision to ensure your research contributes new knowledge to the academic community.
Additionally, you will have the opportunity to gain international experience by visiting a leading school in the United States or Europe that specialises in a relevant research area.
Facilities and resources We offer an excellent environment for PhD studies, including dedicated office space, generous funding for conferences and research visits, access to numerous specialised databases, scientific computing facilities, and IT support.
For many years, the department has consistently strengthened its doctoral programme. We have developed a comprehensive PhD training system to help our graduates succeed in the job market. In addition to the training provided by our excellent faculty, the department regularly invites distinguished visiting professors from top universities around the world to conduct doctoral tutorials on specialised research topics. Our PhD students are privileged to receive training from world-leading scholars each summer and have extensive opportunities to consult with external experts.
Admission Requirements
7.5+
A relevant Master's degree (UK or equivalent) with distinction-level performance, both overall and in the dissertation. In exceptional circumstances, applicants with an upper second-class honours degree and relevant research experience may be considered.
Additional requirements As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal of up to 5000 words which has potential to make a significant contribution to prior literature. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage.
Additional requirements As part of your application you will also need to provide a viable research proposal of up to 5000 words which has potential to make a significant contribution to prior literature. Guidance can be found on our writing a research proposal webpage.
Please see our website for more details.
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