48 monthsProgramme duration
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Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Accounting and Finance subject group is one of the largest in the Business School, with approximately 50 academic colleagues providing high quality teaching and research, and a range of research centres and networks which create real-world influence in business, government, and the public sector.
The programme offers credited research training for those researching an accounting topic, such as the applications of accounting in society and the historical methods and strategies used by those practising in the profession. Supported by experts within the field, you will have the opportunity to develop a doctoral thesis based on original and relevant research.
PhD in Accounting at a Glance
- Study over four years full time, with an additional 'writing-up' year available to all
- During your first year, attend a comprehensive set of taught courses designed to train you in the theory and methods necessary to conduct high-quality research
- Access numerous database subscriptions to support your research, such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Datastream, Eikon, Morningstar Direct, SNL Financial, and Wharton Research Data Service (WRDS) which features, among others, access to Boardex, Compustat, CRSP, and Sustainalytics data
- Support and access to a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities during your studies
- We encourage our students to aim higher, presenting papers at prestigious conferences and submit articles for publication
Programme overview
Main Subject
Accounting and Finance
Degree
PhD
Study Level
PHD
Study Mode
On Campus
Our Accounting and Finance subject group is one of the largest in the Business School, with approximately 50 academic colleagues providing high quality teaching and research, and a range of research centres and networks which create real-world influence in business, government, and the public sector.
The programme offers credited research training for those researching an accounting topic, such as the applications of accounting in society and the historical methods and strategies used by those practising in the profession. Supported by experts within the field, you will have the opportunity to develop a doctoral thesis based on original and relevant research.
PhD in Accounting at a Glance
- Study over four years full time, with an additional 'writing-up' year available to all
- During your first year, attend a comprehensive set of taught courses designed to train you in the theory and methods necessary to conduct high-quality research
- Access numerous database subscriptions to support your research, such as Bloomberg, Capital IQ, Datastream, Eikon, Morningstar Direct, SNL Financial, and Wharton Research Data Service (WRDS) which features, among others, access to Boardex, Compustat, CRSP, and Sustainalytics data
- Support and access to a wide range of professional and personal development opportunities during your studies
- We encourage our students to aim higher, presenting papers at prestigious conferences and submit articles for publication
Admission Requirements
Applicants should have a postgraduate Master’s degree from an accredited institution in the UK or overseas, showing evidence of above-average academic achievement.
This includes:
- A Master’s-level degree in a relevant subject with a classification of 65% or more overall (University of Edinburgh level, or overseas equivalent)
- A Master’s dissertation worth a third of the degree’s credits at the distinction level (University of Edinburgh level, or overseas equivalent)
- Applicants with a Master’s degree without a dissertation component worth a third of the degree’s credits will require a distinction or equivalent overall.
If you do not have a Master’s degree you may still be considered if you have a UK undergraduate degree with first class honours, or international equivalent, with a mark of 70 or more in the dissertation module.
We will use your most recent qualification to determine whether you meet our entry requirements. Applications may be accepted from those still currently studying for a degree, however, any offer will be conditional on the successful completion of the degree at the required standard.
Applicants who pass the entry requirements will be interviewed by a panel. The final decision on your application will be made based on the strength and rigour of your research proposal and performance in the interview.
An applicant who wishes to have non-standard evidence considered as part of their application should contact the Admissions team to discuss this before making an application.
- Candidates are required to submit references or letter(s) of recommendation for acceptance
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