Ulster University DUFE PhD International Scholarships in UK 2024- 2025
written by Muhammad HasnainUlster University is delighted to announce the DUFE PhD Scholarship, exclusively open to graduates of the UU/DUFE Joint Programme. This scholarship offers financial support to exceptional students embarking on their PhD journey at the Ulster University Business School.
Scholarship Summary
| Feature | Details |
| University or Organization | Ulster University |
| Department | Ulster University Business School |
| Course Level | PhD |
| Access Mode | Online |
| Nationality | International |
| Study Location | UK |
Award Coverage
The scholarship provides a substantial discount on the annual tuition fee, significantly reducing the financial burden for successful applicants. This support allows scholars to fully immerse themselves in their research without undue financial stress.
| Feature | Details |
| Scholarship Value | £7,770 per year for three years (applied as tuition fee discount) |
| Program Duration | Three years |
| Study Location | Ulster University, Northern Ireland (with potential for research in China) |
| Entry Requirements | Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree in a relevant business area |
| Tuition Fee (2024/25) | £17,770 (subject to annual increase) |
Fields of Study
The DUFE PhD Scholarship is designed to support research in a variety of business-related fields. Potential research areas include:
- Corporate Governance and Regulatory Issues
- Accounting Industry and Accounting Education Issues
- Outsourcing, Performance Management, and Asset Management
- Financial and Narrative Reporting
- Financial Technology Issues
- Other General and Strategic Management Issues (including marketing, advertising, leadership, HR, organisational behaviour, entrepreneurship, small business development, and operations/supply chain management)
Eligibility Requirements
To be eligible for the DUFE PhD Scholarship, applicants must:
- Hold a First Class Honours degree from the UU/DUFE Joint Programme in Accounting or Finance
- Submit a compelling personal statement outlining their motivation for pursuing a PhD at Ulster University Business School
- Develop a well-structured 2,000-word research proposal
- Successfully complete a Skype interview
Application Deadline
The deadline for applications to start the PhD program in January 2025 is September 1, 2024.
Application Process
Interested applicants should submit their completed applications by September 1, 2024, for the January 2025 intake. The selection process includes careful evaluation of academic qualifications, research proposals, and personal statements. Successful candidates will be invited for a Skype interview.
Official website
For further information and to apply, please visit the Ulster University website or contact the Business School directly.
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