We offer opportunities to study for a PhD or DBA over three years (full-time).
You can study for these degrees within any of our core research areas.
Take a look at our supervisors' tab on this page for an indication of our areas of expertise.
Find out what our PhD/DBA graduates studied.
Potential applicants should note that there is no dedicated distance-learning programme.
This PhD project aims to develop a novel methodology and associated tools to address the intelligent diagnostics and cost-effective maintenance of critical ship machinery systems by integrating digital twins and virtual/mixed reality tools.
The PhD student will work closely with our industrial partners to develop innovative digital tools and methodologies for improving the resilience and sustainability of critical infrastructure. These will include but not limited to the development of: mathematical models to address the performance of critical functions and critical hazards; new uncertainty methods with quantifiable confidence; fast simulation tools based on machine learning and engineering-physics based automatic learning.
The project aims to research a novel digitised sustainable robotic manufacturing system by using the latest Industry 4.0 technologies.
This project will develop a machine learning approach for metallurgical processing that will have improved predictive capabilities by incorporating microstructural information into the training algorithms. The PhD will focus on the manufacture of high-temperature superalloys used in commercial gas turbines and aero-engines.
This study will aim to consider the perspectives of locals about slum tourism in their areas. This will include the views of local residents as well as local stakeholders, those involved in slum tourism as guides, transport operators and accommodation providers along with persons who are not directly involved.
The aim is to create a successful Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation and, through that, gain a better understanding of what makes a successful AI implementation in the relevant healthcare problem area.
Machine learning algorithms have attracted considerable attention for prediction and decision-making in various industries. When used for decision-making, it is vital to determine the interpretability of machine learning algorithms.
A psychological investigation of the Delphi technique as an aid to improving group judgment and decision making. The project will involve experimentation and statistical analysis of data from the experiments.
Medication non-adherence is a growing public health concern, specific to the elderly population. Eye drop instillation is a notoriously difficult task for the older person, yet essential for the management of common eye conditions, such as glaucoma. This project will develop proof-of-concept packaging for simplified eye drop administration, optimised for simple and reliable delivery of metered eye drops without the need for fine motor skills.
We offer an excellent academic environment where you can pursue your research degree. As a postgraduate research student, you're required to:
You'll have access to computing/hot-desking, printing, email and kitchen facilities. You're expected to be in the Department on a regular basis. You'll also attend the Department's research seminar series as well as other occasional workshops.
You'll have hot-desking facilities giving you regular access to the Department and helping you integrate with other students and staff. You're required to attend the Department for at least 10 days per year. This is in addition to the Research Methodology Programme.
Potential applicants should note that there is no dedicated distance-learning programme.
All fees quoted are per academic year unless otherwise stated.
Entrants may be subject to a small fee during the writing up period.
| Scotland | £4,596 |
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| England, Wales & Northern Ireland | £4,596 |
| International | £16,400 |
| Additional costs | Placements & field tripsThe cost of fieldwork or research trips would usually be met by the student but they can apply for funding to enable them to attend conferences or training. All funding requests need to be approved by the supervisor and PGR Director. Study abroadIf a student chooses to study overseas, the costs will be met by the student as this is not a requirement of our programme. International studentsInternational students may have associated visa and immigration costs. Please see student visa guidance for more information.
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| Funding | Have a look at our scholarship search for any funding opportunities available. |
| Postgraduate research opportunities | Search for all funded and non-funded postgraduate research opportunities. |
Please note: the fees shown are annual and may be subject to an increase each year. Find out more about fees.
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| Pauline Anderson |
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| Thomas Baum |
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| Irma Booyens |
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| Kendra Briken |
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| Joanna Butler |
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| Ian Cunningham |
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| Patricia Findlay |
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| Brian Garvey |
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| Tasos Hadjisolomou |
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| Stewart Johnstone |
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| Colin Lindsay |
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| Elke Loeffler |
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| Daria Luchinskaya |
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| Darren McGuire |
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| Tony McCarthy |
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| Dennis Nickson |
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| Jen Remnant |
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| Pratima Sambajee |
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| Dora Scholarios |
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| Barbara Simpson |
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| Philip Taylor |
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| Konstantinos Tomazos |
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| Adam Whitworth |
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| Ying Zhang |
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As part of your PhD degree, you'll be enrolled on the Postgraduate Certificate in Research Methodology for Business and Management.
This certificate is designed to support you by developing your skills as a researcher. Your researcher training will provide you with the intellectual foundations that you will need for your journey into either the higher-level learning needed for advanced postgraduate research degrees or to work in a range of research focussed roles within organisational settings.
Course highlights:
Most students complete the PgCert in their first year but you can take courses throughout your degree.
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The Strathclyde Doctoral School provides a vibrant and comprehensive student-centred research and training environment in order to grow and support current and future research talent. The School encompasses our four faculties and is committed to enriching the student experience, intensifying research outputs and opportunities, and ensuring training is at the highest level. As a postgraduate researcher, you'll automatically become a member of the Strathclyde Doctoral School.
Find out more about the Doctoral School
Being a PhD student here allows me to be exposed to excellent research opportunities. Administrative staff are always available and ready to provide constructive help and advice with any issue, while academics, and more precisely my supervisor, constantly provide support and valuable guidance. I feel very honoured to be part of Strathclyde’s academic community.
Although knowledge and guidance from academic staff is vital when undertaking a PhD, for me, one of the most valuable things about being a student here is the support from other students. This comes not only in the form of student-led seminars where you can share ideas and get feedback on your work, but also in more informal, social settings outside of the department.
I find the standards of research, learning and intellectual rigour in the PhD programme to be quite high. The comprehensive feedback, support and encouragement that I've received all along from my supervisors has been amazing! It's instilled a sense of confidence in my research and has kept me focused so far.
Academic staff here take a substantial interest in the work being conducted by postgraduate researchers and offer any assistance required. This is complemented by a range of activities, including all-PhD seminar meetings and an annual PhD away day which encourage a research community atmosphere where everyone takes an interest in each others work, leading to stimulating discussion.
Download our step-by-step guide on how to submit your application.
We've a thriving international community with students coming here to study from over 100 countries across the world. Find out all you need to know about studying in Glasgow at Strathclyde and hear from students about their experiences.
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For entry onto our postgraduate research programmes, we normally look for a first-class or upper second-class UK Honours degree, or overseas equivalent, in a relevant business or social science related subject. For PhD applications, we also normally expect a Masters degree, or overseas equivalent, although there are often exceptions. When reviewing your academic achievements, we're particularly interested in grades which relate to independent research (for example, a research project or dissertation). A strong score in these elements may allow us to consider entry with a lower degree classification.
Strathclyde Business School is committed to supporting a diverse and inclusive postgraduate research population. We make decisions on entry by assessing the whole person and not relying solely on academic achievements. On that basis, please ensure that your application (via your CV and covering letter) can evidence your resourcefulness, commitment and resilience as demonstrated by broader professional and life experiences. This evidence should be centred on your ability to undertake and complete a PhD and contribute to a positive PhD community.
If English isn't your first language, you'll need an IELTS score of 6.5 or equivalent with no individual element below 5.5.
Before you start your online application we ask that you email weo-pgr@strath.ac.uk to let us know of your interest.
Get in touch with a potential supervisor early in the process, preferably as soon as you've put together a draft proposal. You can find some information about our supervisors and their research interests under the 'Supervisors' tab.
You'll need to send:
If we can find a supervisor for you to work with, then we'll ask you to complete our online application.
When preparing your research proposal please use the following template:
1. Working title
2. Layman’s summary of proposed research [max. 250 words]
Give us a brief summary of your proposed research project written for members of the public, rather than researchers or professionals. Why is this research important? What global/societal issues does it solve? What impact could it have on business and management in the future.
3. Research aim and objectives (or question(s)) [max. 500 words]
What’s the question you want to answer? How will you attempt to answer this question?
4. Literature review [max. 500 words]
Provide a brief overview of relevant literature to indicate any debates the research aims to engage with; any gaps or problems that have been identified; or what models the project hopes to explore or test.
5. Methodology [max. 300 words]
Provide an outline of the proposed research methodology.
6. Timeline [max. 300 words]
A PhD is 36 months minimum study (full time). In 6 months increments, indicate what you think the main activities will be. This is important as we need to assess the achievability of your proposal. This should be presented in tabular format.
6. References
Please use Harvard referencing throughout.
Read our help on how to choose references and what the referees need to supply.
During the application you'll be asked for the following:
By filling these details out as fully as possible, you'll avoid any delay to your application being processed by the University.
When you've accepted our offer, we'll need you to fulfil any academic, administrative or financial conditions that we ask.
If you're applying as a UK or EU student, you'll then be issued with your registration documentation.
Telephone: +44 (0)141 548 3287
Email: weo-pgr@strath.ac.uk
Department of Work, Employment & Organisation, Strathclyde Business School
University of Strathclyde, 199 Cathedral Street
Glasgow
G4 0QU
