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University of Bristol: Accounting and Finance
| Institution | University of Bristol |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Economics, Finance and Management |
| Web | https://www.bristol.ac.uk |
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD
Summary
Research is central to the activities of the University of Bristol Business School. The school comprises several groups of academic staff with a variety of interests and a focus on research that has practical relevance. The results of the most recent UK-wide research assessment, the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, rated 88% of the research activity in business and management as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.
The Business School encourages interdisciplinary research, drawing on a range of theories and methodologies. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You will be joining a thriving PhD community. We run a programme of activities to enable PhD students to network with each other.
Candidates entering the PhD programme are required to take 60 credit points of taught units in their first year and to participate in PhD workshops and reading groups. Students are also encouraged to undertake further training in agreement with their supervisor for the duration of their studies.
The main research training is taken from among two categories of units, with separate lists for Accounting and for Finance students. The units are chosen in consultation with the supervisors to suit the student's PhD research. The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
| efim-pgadmissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 1519 |
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | The applicant must have an upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification, and either have completed or be completing a master's qualification from a UK university (or equivalent). The master's requirement does not apply to applications made to SWDTP-funded scholarships although commencement of the PhD remains conditional on the completion of the associated master's. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis. Aptitude test results such as GMAT and GRE can be submitted as evidence of PhD-level analytical and verbal abilities. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 4758 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 20700 GBP for Year 1 |
Summary
Research is central to the activities of the University of Bristol Business School. The school comprises several groups of academic staff with a variety of interests and a focus on research that has practical relevance. The results of the most recent UK-wide research assessment, the Research Excellence Framework (REF) 2021, rated 88% of the research activity in business and management as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent'.
The Business School encourages interdisciplinary research, drawing on a range of theories and methodologies. We welcome students from a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You will be joining a thriving PhD community. We run a programme of activities to enable PhD students to network with each other.
Candidates entering the PhD programme are required to take 60 credit points of taught units in their first year and to participate in PhD workshops and reading groups. Students are also encouraged to undertake further training in agreement with their supervisor for the duration of their studies.
The main research training is taken from among two categories of units, with separate lists for Accounting and for Finance students. The units are chosen in consultation with the supervisors to suit the student's PhD research. The pass mark set by the University for any level 7(M) unit is 50 out of 100.
| efim-pgadmissions@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 1519 |
| Study type | Research |
| Level | RQF Level 8 |
| Entry requirements | The applicant must have an upper second-class honours degree in a relevant subject or an equivalent qualification, and either have completed or be completing a master's qualification from a UK university (or equivalent). The master's requirement does not apply to applications made to SWDTP-funded scholarships although commencement of the PhD remains conditional on the completion of the associated master's. Applicants without a master's qualification may be considered on an exceptional basis. Aptitude test results such as GMAT and GRE can be submitted as evidence of PhD-level analytical and verbal abilities. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 2379 GBP for Year 1 |
MSc
Summary
This taught postgraduate programme emphasises research and analytical skills that will be valuable in your future career. It will build on your existing knowledge of technical aspects of accounting and finance. You will develop your ability to critically analyse the nature and conditions of effectiveness for these techniques to contribute to accounting and finance practice and governance.
In the first term you will explore contemporary issues in accounting and finance research literature. You will also build key skills in both quantitative and qualitative research methods. This will prepare you for the more specialist elective units taught in the second term.
The final part of the MSc is a research-based dissertation, which involves identifying and analysing a research question in accounting and/or finance under the guidance of a member of staff. The dissertation gives you an opportunity to explore an original problem, source and process the relevant financial data, analyse that data and learn to draw appropriate conclusions. For those planning on undertaking a PhD (https://www.bristol.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/search/?q=&length=15&sort=score&dir=desc&sort=PostgraduateCourse-programtype&dir=asc&sort=PostgraduateCourse-programname&dir=asc&filterFaculty=Social+Sciences+and+Law), this dissertation represents an important bridge between taught and advanced research studies.
This programme develops skills for critical analysis of accounting and finance topics, which will be valuable in your future career. The strong conceptual foundation it offers will support students who want to pursue an academic or professional career in accounting or finance.
| choosebristol-pg@bristol.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0) 117 394 1649 |
| Study type | Taught |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
| Entry requirements | A strong upper second-class honours degree (65% or higher) or international equivalent in Accounting and Finance (joint honours). OR A strong upper second-class honours degree (65% or higher) or international equivalent in Accounting or Finance (single honours). This must include a 2:1 or equivalent in Financial Accounting and Management Accounting units, AND, 2:1 or equivalent in at least four other Accounting and Finance related units. Professional qualifications such as ACCA and CIMA that demonstrate technical accounting knowledge, may also be considered in lieu of some unit requirements. Examples of acceptable units include: Principles of Accounting, Principles of Finance, Fundamentals of Accounting, Fundamentals of Finance, Intermediate Accounting, Intermediate Finance, Financial Reporting, Cost Management, Cost Analysis Management Control, Principles of Asset Pricing, Corporate Finance, Financial Analysis, Cost Accounting, Financial Derivatives, Auditing, Banking, Financial Risk Management, Accounting Information Systems, Corporate Reporting, Financial Management, Financial Technology, International Finance For applicants who are currently completing a degree, we understand that their final grade may be higher than the interim grades or module/unit grades they achieve during their studies. We will consider applicants whose interim grades are currently slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements. We may make these applicants an aspirational offer. This offer would be at the standard level, so the applicant would need to achieve the standard entry requirements by the end of their degree. Specific module requirements may still apply. We will consider applicants whose grades are slightly lower than the programme's entry requirements, if they have at least one of the following: evidence of one year's relevant work experience such as accounting or audit related roles. See international equivalent qualifications on the International Office website. https://www.bristol.ac.uk/international/countries/ |
| Location | Clifton Campus Tyndall Park Road to Park Row Bristol BS8 1TH |
Fees
| England | 16400 GBP for Year 1 |
|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | 16400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Scotland | 16400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Wales | 16400 GBP for Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | 16400 GBP for Year 1 |
| EU | 39000 GBP for Year 1 |
| International | 39000 GBP for Year 1 |
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