About the course

Our Accounting and Finance PhD aims to develop world-class researchers, specialised in building theory and producing valuable insight into current issues in accounting and finance. The University of Liverpool Management School’s (ULMS) Accounting and Finance PhD programme covers a wide range of areas for investigation, with special emphasis on the role accounting and finance play on organisational success, risk management and dealing with uncertainties. The training offered is tailored, with specific modules aimed at facilitating the development of your individual research project:

　　Corporate Finance and Accounting

　　Theory Asset Pricing Theory

　　Empirical Corporate Finance

　　Accounting Empirical Asset Pricing.

　　To ensure you receive the most relevant support during the thesis development stage, you will work with a primary supervisor, who is a leading expert in their field.

　　Additionally, you will be supported by a secondary supervisor, who is typically promising early career researcher, specialising in your specific area of study. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 3 Year(s)Fees: GB£61,200

Intake	Location
Open intake available until (December), 2023	Liverpool
Open intake available until (December), 2024	Liverpool
Open intake available until (December), 2025	Liverpool

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Liverpool

Applications are welcomed and will be considered in our highly competitive programme from well qualified graduates who would typically hold a UK first degree or equivalent in the first or 2:1 class, in a relevant subject.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

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Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Liverpool. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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