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UCL School of Management

University college london, phd in management.

Start date:  September 2024 Duration: 5 years (1 year MRes + 4 years PhD) Fees:  We offer fully funded scholarships to all admitted students Application deadline: 01 February 2024 (17:00 UK time). A late submission window closes on 05 April 2024 (17:00 UK time), although we encourage you to apply early as places are limited and applications are subject to close sooner if places are filled. Entry:  Minimum of a first class bachelor’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline. International students, please note that UCL’s English language requirement for this programme is a ‘ Level 1 ’ (IELTS and TOEFL are the preferred test, however others on the UCL recognised test list will be accepted if required) - further details regarding this can be found on the  UCL English Language Requirements  page.

PhD students pursue their studies in one of the Operations & Technology, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Analytics, and Organisations & Innovation groups. All four groups offer a unique education and research experience to a small number of highly motivated students, with the intent of preparing them for scholarly careers at the highest level.

PhD studies in Operations and Technology

Across the different research themes , there is a shared interest in management science, operations management and business technologies. Topics of interest include R&D management, innovation and new product development, service systems, supply chain management and healthcare operations. For candidates in this area, a degree in engineering (e.g. industrial, electrical, computer, mechanical etc), economics, mathematics, statistics or operational research is preferred. 

PhD studies in Strategy and Entrepreneurship

S&E faculty research  focuses on understanding what makes firms successful, how they cope with a complex and dynamic environment, and what leads to new business formation and growth. Doctoral training involves close collaboration between the doctoral student and faculty members on shared research interests, coursework at UCL and other institutions, and independent research. Doctoral students also benefit from the S&E group’s collaborative research community, a lively program of research speakers from other institutions, and links with researchers worldwide. Topics of interest include digitization, big data analytics, machine learning, information environment, platform ecosystems, new organisational forms, learning, innovation, competition, interorganisational relationships, corporate strategy, entrepreneurial strategy, entrepreneurship for development, social innovation. 

PhD studies in Marketing and Analytics

Topics of interest in this group include branding, retailing, advertising, pricing, product development, marketing channels, business marketing, marketing strategy and e-commerce. The researchers in this group use diverse quantitative methodologies that include big data analytics, regression analysis, choice models, field experiments and Bayesian econometrics.

PhD studies in Organisations and Innovation

O&I faculty research focuses on understanding individual and team outcomes within organisations. Group members engage with a variety of perspectives and approaches including network research, experiments and ethnographies. There is a shared interest in the topics of creativity, innovation, social networks and diversity. For applicants to the PhD programme, prior training in social science (e.g. social psychology, sociology or economics) is highly relevant. 

PhD studies in Financial Economics

Our MRes and PhD Programme in Financial Economics with UCL’s Department of Economics now has more information about how to apply and what you can expect from the programme on a brand new programme page, please see the specific entry requirements and programme structure here . 

PhD Structure

• The programme typically consists of five years of full-time study, starting with one year of modules registered as MRes. These modules are typically advanced postgraduate modules to provide rigorous methodological training to prepare students for their PhD research. Along with the School’s modules, students typically take some of these from other UCL departments (e.g., Economics, Psychology, Sociology, Anthropology), the London Business School, Bayes Business School, and Imperial College Business School.
• In addition to methods modules, students also undertake a first-year research project under the tutoring and supervision of a faculty member later in the MRes year (Term 3 + Summer period).
• Progression from MRes to PhD is not automatic . Superior performance in taught modules and independent, original research is required for progression from MRes to PhD.
• Our highly selective and small-sized PhD programme ensures that each student receives personal attention and guidance from our faculty members throughout their doctoral study. The close mentorship process forms the foundations of a successful academic career. 
• We expect our PhD graduates to have as their goal an academic career as a faculty member in a top business school or engineering department of a world-class university
• PhD applications are reviewed once a completed application form has been submitted online . 

Students take a total of 180 credits in the MRes year. This is made up of the MRes Research Project:

• MSIN0135 - MRes Research Project: 8,000-10,000 words . 105 credits.

Students take 75 credits of taught modules, of which the following three are compulsory modules:

• MSIN0131 - Research Presentation and Critical Writing Skills . 15 credits
• MSIN0132 - Seminar in Organisation Theory . 15 credits
• MSIN0240 - Designing Management Research Projects.  15 credits

Finally, students choose elective modules (15 credits each) among those offered by the School of Management, other UCL Departments (e.g., Economics, Psychology), and partner universities in London.

Students can take additional (non-credit) modules at UCL and our partners schools in the remaining years to complement their learning, but there is no requirement to take modules after the MRes year.

The programme is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, and class discussion based on case studies and other activities. Student performance is assessed through simulations, presentations, coursework, group projects, class participation, and examinations. 

Students typically study 3 compulsory modules over Terms 1 and 2. Students will also typically study 2 optional modules which may take place in Terms 1, 2 or 3. Students will also undertake a substantial research project, which would usually be undertaken over Terms 2 and 3. 

Each taught module is delivered over 10 weeks, with 3 contact hours per week comprising lecture content and interactive components. 

In addition, students typically spend approximately 6-8 hours a week for each module on assessment and independent study to further develop the skills and knowledge covered in lectures and seminars. The total number of weekly hours will vary according to the weekly activities being undertaken.

Why choose us

What our students say:.

‘The UCL School of Management PhD programme is designed to provide students with skills that lead to academic excellence. Candidates are part of a dynamic and vibrant group and benefit from the programme’s flexibility, as they can choose from a wide range of disciplines. The frequent cooperation with world-leading faculty members enhances our knowledge and skills and ultimately leads to high-quality research output, laying the foundations for a subsequent successful academic career.’ 

UCL School of Management has forged a reputation for world-leading research in management studies with 95% of the School’s research deemed to be world-leading or internationally excellent, the second highest percentage of any business school in the UK, according to the 2021 REF. 

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Applications

Applying for our mres/phd programme.

Entry requirements and admissions criteria:

We seek to recruit highly motivated, ambitious students with strong educational backgrounds. The ideal candidate will have a first-class Bachelor’s degree from the UK or an overseas qualification of equivalent standard from a leading university. We encourage students from a wide variety of backgrounds (e.g, engineering, economics, business, mathematics/statistics, psychology, sociology, and anthropology, among others) to apply to our programme. Also, notice that a Master’s or graduate level degree is not required for admission, you can apply with only an undergraduate (e.g. bachelors) degree. 

In your personal statement you are expected to suggest one or more faculty members as potential supervisors. On the application form you may see that it states that it is preferred that you contact potential supervisors beforehand – you do not need to do so. In fact, applicants are discouraged from randomly contacting individual faculty members or potential supervisors when applying to our programme. All applications are first evaluated by a joint admissions committee, so contacting potential supervisors separately will not increase your chances.

All MRes/PhD applicants are normally expected to take either a GMAT test or GRE test (UCL’s institution code is 3344, but also make sure you include a scanned copy of your test result on your online application), although the School has no minimum score requirements.  

We also require you to submit IELTS or TOEFL scores if English is not your first language. Our School requires a “Level 1” English qualification which corresponds to:

• IELTS: Overall grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each of the sub-tests.
• TOEFL: Score of 92, plus 24/30 in the reading and writing subtests and 20/30 in the listening and speaking subtests.  

Application Deadline

The application window closes 01 February 2024 (17:00 UK time) and a late submission window closes on 05 April 2024 (17:00 UK time). We advise those interested in the programme to apply before 01 February 2024, as those applying in the late submission window will only be considered if there are still places remaining.

Application Procedure

Apply via UCL Postgraduate Admissions System here . When starting the application, you must select the MRes option. In addition to filling out the online application form, please upload a copy of the following documents:

• Official Transcripts of Grades / Course marks
• A 2-3 page personal statement or research proposal* that clearly indicates: (i) which research group you are interested in (i.e., Organisations & Innovation, Strategy & Entrepreneurship, Marketing & Analytics or Operations & Technology, (ii) your research interests and preliminary research ideas, (iii) potential faculty member(s) you may want to work with (this is a suggested list, you don’t need to contact potential supervisors beforehand), and (iv) your motivation to do a PhD.
• Your  GRE / GMAT  score report**
• Your IELTS/TOEFL score report, if English is not your first language.

* While submission of a full research proposal is not required, you can send us one if you have already written it up.

** You can submit your application even if you don’t have a GRE/GMAT score —simply indicate when you plan to take the test. Funding/Scholarships

We offer fully funded five year MRes/PhD scholarships in the UCL School of Management to all admitted students. The scholarship is open to all nationalities. It covers all tuition fees, and includes an annual stipend of £25,000, which is tax-free.

Additional costs 

This programme does not have any compulsory additional costs outside of purchasing books or stationery, printing, thesis binding or photocopying.  

Students may have the opportunity to participate in conferences in the UK and internationally. The UCL School of Management provides MRes/PhD students with an annual budget for conferences, which students will use to cover the travel, accommodation, food and other costs whilst at conferences, in line with UCL’s expenses policy. 

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For queries about the MRes/PhD Programme that are not addressed on our web pages, please contact [email protected] .

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UCL-NIMH Joint Doctoral Training Program in Neuroscience

About the program.

The University College London (UCL) – National Institute of Mental Health (NIMH) Joint Doctoral Training Program in Neuroscience is an accelerated graduate program for exceptional students in neuroscience. It brings together two powerhouses of neuroscience research and allows students to conduct collaborative research between two laboratories, one at UCL, the other at the NIH. Students are registered in the UCL Doctoral School and receive a PhD from UCL in 4 years or less.

The program is flexible, with the schedule for each student dictated by the demands of their research, and students spend approximately 50% of time in either their UCL or NIH labs. The program welcomed its first student in 2009 and currently has 9 students enrolled (see Student Profile page ).

Research Philosophy

Unlike many US graduate programs, students in the UCL-NIMH Joint Doctoral Training Program in Neuroscience choose their area of research interests, and their research mentors, prior to being accepted into the program. Students are highly encouraged to contact potential mentors at both UCL and the NIH as early as possible to begin the process of finding their mentor pair. It is very important that the potential mentors’ research fields are complementary, since the student will form a collaborative link between the two labs and incorporate their expertise into their dissertation research project. By the time students are interviewed, they should have a good idea of their research plans and how the mentors fit into the scope of the proposed project.

The degree is awarded by UCL, which, like most UK universities, has no formal coursework requirements for the PhD. Therefore, students are expected to engage in research from the very beginning of the program. However, they should attend any required training courses necessary at UCL or NIH, as agreed upon with mentors. Students are expected to submit their thesis within 4 years of starting the program and will be examined by viva (thesis defense) at UCL, according to UCL regulations. For more information on viva exams, visit UCL Viva Examination   page.

A crucial consideration for students in this program is not only whether the student’s interests match those of their chosen mentors, but whether the mentors’ interests overlap. Students should choose mentors with common interests, but who employ complementary approaches and techniques. The broad range of potential mentors at the two institutions means that students should be able to conduct research in practically any field of neuroscience. However, there are some mentors at the two institutions who already share collaborative links and have expressed interest in supervising students in this program.  See the Faculty page for details.

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A PhD (Doctor of Philosophy) is the most common type of doctoral degree and the highest level of academic qualification you can achieve. 

It normally takes between three and four years of full-time work to complete. It is also possible to undertake a PhD part time, over five to six years.

The main activity of a PhD is to carry out an original research project under the direction of one or more supervisors, to be written up as a thesis.

Different routes to achieving a PhD

There are a number of ways to achieving a PhD at Imperial:

• by undertaking a course of study based on your own research proposal
• by joining a research project that comes with funding attached (known as a studentship)
• by combining it with Master's study in an integrated route that typically lasts four years

Pursuing your own research idea

To search for PhD opportunities based on your own research proposal you first need to identify a research group within Imperial whose area of expertise best matches your idea.

Use the links below to search the different PhD opportunities within our academic departments, centres and institutes. This includes information about current studentships and often guidance on finding a supervisor.

Our interdisciplinary approach means our expertise often spans departmental boundaries – and so do our courses – so you may find opportunities in an unexpected area of the university.

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• PhD in Arabic, German, Italian, Russian and Spanish Studies
• PhD in science communication studies

Global Challenge institutes

We have six Global Challenge institutes, which were created to address some of society's biggest challenges.

If you have an idea for a PhD that falls within the remit of one of our Global Challenge institutes please contact them directly to discuss before making a formal application.

• Data Science Institute
• Grantham Institute – Climate Change and the Environment
• Institute for Molecular Science and Engineering
• Institute for Security Science and Technology
• Institute of Global Health Innovation

Energy Futures Lab  does not offer PhD programmes, but does deliver the  MSc in Sustainable Energy Futures .

Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies | Imperial College London-Technical University of Munich

We have recently formed  a strategic partnership in education, research and innovation  with the Technical University of Munich, one of Germany’s most international and entrepreneurial universities, producing highly ranked research, like Imperial, in science, engineering and medicine.

As part of the partnership, Imperial and TUM have launched a 'Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies' with the aim of co-developing cross-disciplinary clusters of PhD students who will have access to world-leading academic supervisors and state-of-the art facilities at both institutions.

The first round of the programme will focus on the theme of 'Artificial Intelligence, Healthcare and Robotics'.

Find out more about the Joint Academy of Doctoral Studies and apply

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Business School MPhil/PhD

Middlesex university.

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• 3 years Full time degree: £6,300 per year (UK)
• 6 years Part time degree: £3,150 per year (UK)

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Birkbeck, university of london.

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PhD Drama, Theatre and Performance

University of roehampton.

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• 4 years Full time degree: £4,711 per year (UK)
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Epidemiology and Population Health PhD

London school of hygiene & tropical medicine, university of london.

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• 4 years Full time degree: £6,740 per year (UK)
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SOAS University of London

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• 3 years Full time degree: £4,860 per year (UK)
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University of east london.

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• 3 years Full time degree: £5,740 per year (UK)
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Kingston university.

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Royal holloway, university of london.

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Phd In London: A Comprehensive Guide To Phd In London For International Students

London is now the academic capital. The city is more than just a place to explore. The academic standards here have attracted the attention of multiple international students to pursue graduate degrees here; one such is Phd. Pursuing a Phd in London has its perks, such as reputed universities, exceptional learning experiences etc.

The Phd programs offered at the top Phd in London universities are diverse. This means that the courses here cater to every student's interest globally. So, if you’re looking to pursue Phd programs in London, this blog covers everything you need to know to get started.

An Overview Of Phd In London

To help you get started about Phd in London, let’s first understand what to expect when applying for Phd programs in London:

Why Study Phd In London?

To make a confident investment, you must first analyse what benefits you are receiving from it. You know that London is a better place to choose when it comes to academics, but what makes it worth the investment? Here are five reasons:

• Study From QS-Ranked Universities- London is home to the best Phd universities. These universities are ranked on the QS-World university rankings of 2023. Due to their demand on this list, most international students consider them for their postdoctoral studies. A few are Imperial College London ( Ranked 6), UCL (Ranked 8), etc.
• Home To Top Brands- Another great reason to choose London for Phd studies is their career hub. Almost all of the top brands’ main headquarters are in London. To name a few are Tesco, McDonald's, BBC, etc. This allows international students to learn from the best minds and work with them.
• Networking Opportunities- Students can also benefit from networking in London. Looking closely, you can see many local businesses surrounding you. You can engage with them and try to build your skills accordingly. Apart from this, engagement can also lead to networks that can help you find your ideal job.
• Student-Friendly City- Lastly, London is a student-friendly city . The nightlife, the places to visit, the bookstores, etc. are all great entertainment options for international students to study and live well here.

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Top 5 Phd Universities In London

multiple Phd universities in London cater to the Phd interest of students globally. These universities are highly ranked, offer a diverse range of Phd courses in London, etc. Thus to help you make the right choice, here are the top universities to pursue Phd in London:

Imperial College London

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Imperial College of London is one of the highly chosen universities to pursue Phd studies. The university offers a diverse range of Phd programs, and each of the programs is designed to provide students with the right knowledge and skills required.

UCL is another popular university to pursue Phd studies. In fact, the university has a diverse range of Phd programs offered, including creative topics such as film, literature, education, etc.

King’s College London is another popular study destination to pursue Phd programs in London. They offer full-time and part-time programs catered to the interests of students accordingly.

London School of Economics is another great choice to pursue Phd studies in London. They offer five Phd programs that are focused on Economics, Geography and Environmental studies.

Lastly, Queen’s Mary University of London is the top five choices when considering to pursue Phd from London. This university also offers a diverse range of Phd programs as well as an insightful learning experience.

Eligibility Criteria To Pursue Phd Programs In London

To apply to the top Phd colleges in London, international students should meet the set eligibility criterias. These criterias can differ based on the university choice. However, there is standard requirement enquired by all, such as:

A Bachelor’s and Masters Degree

English language proficiency test.

International students should have completed an undergraduate and Masters degree from an accredited university, and with reference to the program they wish to pursue Phd from. It is important students score a good grade in both to increase their chances of getting accepted at their dream Phd university in London.

International students should prove their English language skills. Thus, writing and clearing the English proficiency tests are mandatory to do the same. Here are the popular exams undertaken and the score required, IELTS - 7.5, TOEFL ibt- 100, PTE - 7.5.

Admission Process For Phd Courses In London

To successfully meet the admission criterias for Phd colleges in London, you need to follow a simple admission process. Ensure you meet the following steps:

• Identify which are the Phd universities in London
• Email the Phd supervisor if you wish to study from a particular individual
• Submit a research proposal based on the Phd program chosen
• Check the chosen universities' entry requirements
• Fill the online application form
• Write and clear any entrance exams in UK
• Submit all relevant documents before the application deadline
• Attend any interview if scheduled by the university
• Once accepted, apply for UK student visa and arrange for funds

Documents Required For Phd Colleges In London

To complete your eligibility criterias, international students should send in a set of supporting documents. Ensure you check the list below:

• All official transcripts
• Research Proposal
• Filled in online application form
• Statement of Purpose
• Two Letters of Recommendation
• Proof of English Language requirements

Cost Of Studying Phd In London

To study at Phd universities in London, you require to calculate the complete costs to arrange for your fundings. Two aspects contribute to the cost of studying Phd in London: tuition fees and the cost of living.

Let’s learn about each of them one by one:

Tuition Fees

The Phd in London Fees differs based on the university and program chosen. For each program, the fees can be different. Thus to give you an overall picture, the Phd in London fees are between £16,000- £50,000/year for a full-time basis. Most of your fees will be half of the full-time ones for students who wish to opt for part-time.

Cost of Living

To survive in London, international students require a minimum of £1500/month. The expenses can vary accordingly, such as the type of accommodation chosen, which area in London you’ll live, where you dine? and above all, your lifestyle choices.

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Scholarship Opportunities For Phd In London

To pursue Phd in London for international students, calculate the cost factors. As seen above, there are multiple aspects that contribute to the complete study of a Phd program here. Thankfully, with Phd scholarships London, monetary stress can take a step back.

The perks of availing of scholarships are receiving funding that can support students with financial needs. From covering core costs such as tuition fees, living expenses, etc, to offering grant money during the study period, scholarships make it convenient for international students to pursue Phd here.

Here is an overview of scholarships to pursue Phd in London:

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Career Opportunities After Phd In London For Indian Students

After you complete the courses for Phd in London for Indian students, it’s time to step into the professional world. UK believes that the contributions of the Phd holders can impact their economic growth. Thus, plenty of job opportunities here offer an impressive salary package.

To help you understand better, here is an overview of job profiles and salary figures after Phd in London:

PR Opportunities After Phd In London

You’ve now completed your Phd programs in London and have graduated from the top Phd colleges in London, what next?

Apart from being a good academic choice, London is also home to well-established brands such as HSBC, Unilever, etc. This demand has led most international students to consider settling down permanently in London.

So, how can you get a PR after your Phd in London?

• Students need to complete their academic studies by scoring good grades
• Students should apply for the Graduate Route visa in order to apply for the UK stay. For Phd students, the stay is available for up to 3 years.
• During the three-year stay, Phd students should find a job or find ways to enhance their current skills.
• In order to apply for a PR in London, UK, students should have completed five years of professional experience. This means once your three years are completed, students can apply for a Tier 5 visa where they can work for another two years here.
• Once five years are completed, students need to then apply for an ILR visa (Indefinite Leave to Remain). It is better to find an ILR job as well.
• Ensure you meet all PR requirements such as good grades, no criminal records, exhibited ethical behaviour, and passed the English and life knowledge Test.
• It takes a minimum of six months for your ILR visa to be processed. Once done, you’ve received PR and are eligible for all rights of the country.

Wrapping Up….

Phd in London for Indian students provides a golden opportunity to study in a globally recognized educational system. London has been more than just a popular tourist destination. Today, multiple international students pursue various degree programs, such as Phd in this city as it is a prominent destination for academic and career development. Thus if you wish to explore more about Phd programs in London and more, speak to our Yocket counsellors today.

Frequently Asked Questions For Phd In London

How long is a Phd in London?

A Phd in London study duration is three years.

What are the part-time Phd courses in London?

There are multiple part-time Phd courses in London for international students to choose from, such as Phd in architecture, communications and media, archaeology, etc.

Can you pursue Phd in London with scholarships?

Yes, international students can pursue Phd scholarships London during their study period. These scholarships will provide the right funding opportunity to support students financially here. To name a few are the Gates Cambridge Scholarship, Imperial College London President’s Phd Scholarships, etc.

What is another name for ‘Phd’ in London?

Doctorate of Philosophy is another popular terminology used to refer to Phd studies in London.

Can you get a Phd in London for international students?

Yes, the country is home to multiple Phd universities in London that offer a range of courses in this degree program. Students can pursue any course they wish and experience an advanced and enhanced learning experience from the best minds in the chosen study industry.

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There are over 400 research students at the Institute who come from a range of backgrounds including psychology, psychiatry, nursing, social work and basic sciences.

Our MPhil/PhD programme allows students to carry out research in any of our 14 departments and in a wide variety of areas;  from molecular genetics and biology, to neuroscience, neuroimaging, clinical research studies, psychological studies and new treatments; from longitudinal studies to clinical trials, bio statistics, epidemiology and health services research and transcultural studies. 

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Our PhD students come from a variety of backgrounds, with a variety of qualifications and experience. Take a look at the following information and recent/current student profiles, to find out whether a PhD is right for you:

King's College London says:

• All candidates should usually possess the normal minimum entry qualifications for registration prescribed in the King’s  Core Code of Practice for Postgraduate Research Degrees . This is normally a 2:1 in a relevant field. 
• Candidates should possess an adequate level of English competence. Candidates for whom English is not the first language will be required to provide proof that they possess an adequate level of English competence . The minimum level accepted is an IELTS score of 6.5. Grade C or above in GCSE English is also acceptable. Candidates must also satisfy their appointment panel of their competence. 

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• It is useful to have a Masters degree, or related work experience in your chosen area of interest.  

EU and International students should check the list of equivalent grades for international qualifications . Please contact the  Health Schools Admissions Centre  for further enquiries.

If you wish to study full time:

• You will be expected to submit your thesis within 3 years.
• You are permitted to work part time, but students are expected to work on their PhD for 35 hours a week and we encourage any part time work to be agreed with your supervisors.

If you wish to study part time:

• You will be expected to submit your thesis within 6 years. 
• You are allowed to submit your thesis early (as early as 4 years) but this must be agreed with your supervisors and other conditions apply. Please contact the  Postgraduate Research Team  for more information.

The current fees for the 2022/2023 academic year are:

• Full time Home = £7,050 per year
• Full time Overseas = £26,640 per year
• Part time Home = £3,525 per year
• Part time Overseas = £13,320 per year

If you are a member of staff at the IoPPN you may be eligible for a discount on fees. Please contact the  Postgraduate Research Team  for more information. 

Please note that tuition fees are subject to an annual increase of up to 5%. For more information, see the Fees webpage.

Students can start in either October (when most students start), February or June. 

Students who are being funded by an external source should check whether there are any limitations on start dates.

If you are not able to self fund your PhD studies, then you will need to find funding from another source. 

The IoPPN offers a number of full time studentships on an annual basis, funded by the Institute itself, and partly by the Medical Research Council. These studentships offer students full payment of tuition fees for 3 years and a monthly tax free stipend for living. These studentships are for set projects. 

Individual academics and departments also offer full time fully funded studentships, on an ad hoc basis, if they receive funding themselves. These are also usually for set projects.

All funded studentships are advertised on our Studentships webpage.

If you have your own project in mind and would like to find funding, browse these links:

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For more information on funding at Kings, please see the  Funding  webpage.

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Students take classes together in their first year and all have offices on the same floor, which makes it a very social and friendly place to study. It also means that students researching different areas of psychiatry, psychology, neuroimaging, and genetics are in constant contact, which helps to broaden your exposure to research. 

Students and staff alike are always keen to get involved in collaborative projects, whether small or large, allowing students to explore areas of interest outside those strictly relevant to their PhD. 

The PhD itself is usually very independent, driven by the student's own ideas and interests. These collaborations often also extend beyond the Centre, allowing for research and conference opportunities abroad. 

All in all, it's a great place to be!

I wanted to understand how pioneering brain imaging could lead to new ways for diagnosing the condition, and as a result, I applied for a PhD with Dr Andy Simmons at the Department of Neuroimaging. 

As a PhD student, the Institute has provided outstanding research facilities for postgraduate education and the provision of college organised training courses for personal development and teaching has been fantastic. 

I have enjoyed this experience so far, and benefited from excellent supervision in a friendly and stimulating research environment. 

The IoPPN has great research facilities and I'm really pleased that I have had the chance to study here.  

With Psychosis Studies being one of the larger departments at the IoPPN, I've found there are always lots of opportunities to attend relevant talks and seminars, including weekly Psychosis Studies meetings with internal and external speakers.

I am really enjoying being a student here and one of the best things is that you can create your own opportunities.  I set up a problem-based learning group to help students gain a greater understanding of magnetic resonance imaging, including the physics and basic analysis. They have been really well attended and the group has grown considerably since it was first stated.  I have also had the opportunity to be the student representative for Psychosis Studies and be a mentor to some MSc students too.

When I graduate, I would like to continue working in research as a post doc, working my way up the academic ladder to professor.

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University College London graduates earn more than London average

U niversity College London graduates were earning more on average than those from other London universities five years after graduation, new figures show.

A spokesperson for money website Save the Student said students are now more confident about finding work after leaving university.

Department for Education figures show first degree graduates from University College London had a median annual salary of £42,700 in 2021-22, five years after leaving their course.

University College London graduates who did courses in computing were earning the most – £63,500 on average. At the opposite end of the spectrum were their peers graduating with a degree in creative arts and design, taking home around £23,000 a year.

The average University College London salary was 51% higher than the average salary for the 2015-16 cohort graduating from universities in London, which was estimated to be £28,300.

For most providers and subjects, graduate earnings have increased at or above the rate of inflation since 2015-16.

Graduates from almost three quarters of universities had median earnings at least 13% higher in 2021-22 than in 2015-16.

Tom Allingham, communications director at Save the Student said: "On the face of it, this data paints a promising picture for graduates.

"However, it's worth noting that the dataset only runs to the 2021-22 tax year, and therefore doesn't include much of the sky-high rates of inflation seen throughout much of 2022 and 2023."

He said it's not yet possible to say whether this summer's graduates will enjoy the same inflation-matching earnings as their predecessors.

"Nonetheless, the future looks bright for many graduates – particularly those from STEM subjects – and perhaps explains why in our own research, the proportion of students confident about finding work after leaving university has increased dramatically in the post-Covid era, up from 38% in 2021 to 58% in 2023," Mr Allingham added.

The figures also show female graduates from the University College London were earning a median salary of £38,700 five years into their career, while men were paid £48,100. It meant men earned 20% more than women.

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One family’s journey: Parents and three children graduate from the University of London

30 May 2024

Proud parents and UoL alumni Cleveland and Yvonne Stanberry travelled to London in April 2024 to watch their three children graduate at the same time.

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Graduation ceremonies are always a family affair, but the Stanberrys have taken it to a whole new level.   

Earlier this year, Yvonne and Cleveland Stanberry, 54 and 59, proudly watched as their three children, Clive-Anthony and twins Antoinette and Samantha, received their diplomas – having walked across that very same stage themselves years earlier.  

It was an unforgettable moment. “It was beautiful. I never expected to see something like this. All of them all at once walked across the stage. It was a tremendously wonderful experience. I don't have words to describe it,” says Yvonne.   

"We attended the University of London much later in life”

The couple, who were first featured in the summer 2016 issue of the University’s  alumni magazine WC1E, were interviewed by Lisa Pierre who documented their initial journey with the University's international programme. The couple first met in Toronto in 1991 and got married a few years later.

“Life wasn't as rosy as it normally would have been,” says Cleveland about the personal challenges the family encountered along the way, such as illnesses.   

In their forties, the couple pursued distance learning from their home in Canada, enrolling with the University of London.  

Now working as a technology delivery lead, driving data science projects, Cleveland had hoped to study computer science back in 1984 while living in Clarendon, Jamaica, but was forced to defer his application for financial reasons, eventually passing up his place and migrating to Canada in the early 1990s.   

“Then, I started a computer science degree in Canada, but I got sick and could not finish the degree and life happened. We had our first son and years later, I said to Yvonne: ‘I need to go back to school’.   

“That’s when I found the University of London’s distance learning programme.”  

The  BSc in Business Administration allowed Cleveland to keep his job as an IT engineer and study at the same time. Travelling frequently for work, he could fit his studies around his busy schedule. "I said to Yvonne, ‘I can study wherever I am on the plane, which I've done many times, in a hotel room, at home, early in the mornings, late at night, you name it.”  

Cleveland, who was awarded his BSc in 2012 and achieved an  MBA  in 2015, says his education allowed him to bridge the gap between technical skills and business strategy, unlocking new opportunities.  

Co-publishing a paper with his MBA dissertation supervisor Professor Harindranath and exploring how the use of cloud computing relates to business strategy, has boosted his career. “I owe him a debt of gratitude,” says Cleveland about his mentor, who lectures on Information Systems.  

“It has helped me tremendously. I've pivoted from being a pure technical person and was recruited into roles that now involve both technology and business. As a result, I’m very often in discussions with the chief information officer, the director of finance, as well as the chief operating officer.”  

Balancing my studies with being a full-time carer and parent

Cleveland’s experience encouraged Yvonne to take up a BSc in Sociology, after an eight-year career break due to caring responsibilities. She had been working for Canada’s largest cellular antenna development group when she made the decision to quit in 2003 following the birth of her daughters.  

Within a week of her decision, one of her daughters was hospitalised with a life-threatening disease called severe acute aplastic anaemia.   

“It's like cancer. It presents itself like leukaemia. So, because of that reason, Yvonne was home. But our daughter was recovering well enough that Yvonne wasn't at the hospital every other day like she usually was,” says Cleveland.   

Yvonne had an interest in education and volunteered at a local school to help pupils with reading challenges. Studying sociology helped deepen her understanding of different human environments.  

She has since founded her own tutoring company, an achievement she partly attributes to her degree. "Not all children I can approach in the same way. Because of the social constructs in their environment, I know how to cater to them and get them interested and willing to learn. The sociology course was amazing,” she says.   

The distance learning format meant she could juggle her multiple responsibilities. “During the day when the children were at school I would study. A couple of days during that week I would also volunteer in the school teaching children how to read, and so once the children are at home in the evenings and weekends, I am mummy and a wife, no books.”  

Passing the parcel

As UoL alumni, Yvonne and Cleveland both reaped the benefits of their degrees, but they never planned for their children to study at the University of London and graduate together.  “This all started in 2009, when the children saw me studying for my degree and Yvonne started her BSc in sociology in 2012,” recalls Cleveland.   

“When it was time for them to choose universities, they looked at universities all over the world, and then this happened.”   

All three children studied while working as lifeguards and in other roles.  

Their son Clive-Anthony chose to deepen his interest in artificial intelligence, with an MSc  in Data Science in 2022 and a  BSc in Mathematics and Economics in 2019. He now works with the National Football League in the United States as a data quality engineer. “The degree has helped him tremendously,” says Cleveland.  

Antoinette, who had a similar interest in data science, pursued the BSc in Computer Science and Data Science, one of the very first undergraduate programmes in both subjects, which has helped boost her career. “In fact, one of her jobs is to write curriculums on Artificial Intelligence for high school and middle school children,” reveals Cleveland. “She teaches robotics today.”  

Meanwhile, Samantha, whose father says “had wanted to do law since she was in grade five”, took on the University’s long-running  LLB Bachelor of Laws , a degree dating back to the 1890s and widely sought after by employers. Currently working as a law clerk, she has applied for a postgraduate degree as a pathway to passing the Bar in Ontario, Canada.  

While Samantha and Antoinette both completed their degrees in 2023 – attending their graduation ceremony in April 2024 – Clive-Anthony was able to further defer his graduation ceremony, which had been delayed during the Covid-19 pandemic, so he could celebrate  with his sisters.   

They were joined on the big day by their parents and Yvonne’s mother Pauline, who also travelled from Canada. "It still hasn't sunk in very well yet. It was a surprise that this has happened to our family,” says Cleveland. 

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Analysis: Could South Korea become a model for tackling illegal tiger trade?

30 May 2024

Combatting the illegal tiger trade serves as a test of our commitment to addressing the wider threat of illegal and unsustainable wildlife trade, writes PhD candidate Joshua Elves-Powell (UCL Biosciences and UCL Geography) in The Conversation.

The illegal wildlife trade is one of the greatest threats to all Asian big cats – tigers, leopards, snow leopards and Asiatic lions, as well as lesser-known species including clouded leopards and the Asiatic cheetah. For that reason, Asian big cats are some of the most strictly protected animals under international law and the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora, better known as Cites. 

But the illegal trade in big cats remains a global issue that affects a diverse range of countries. And, concerningly, it continues to evolve. Major global transport hubs, such as the UK’s Heathrow Airport, are required to remain constantly vigilant for the smuggling of big cat body parts and other wildlife contraband. 

One country that has been largely overlooked by the global conservation community is South Korea. In the 1990s, a series of reports identified South Korea as a major player in a trade that was pushing tiger populations to the brink. As a conservation biologist working in partnership with the Tiger and Leopard Conservation Fund in Korea, I wanted to find out what had happened in the 30 years since. 

The Korean peninsula was historically home to both Amur tigers and Amur leopards. In the late 19th century, as the country’s ports opened to international trade, there was a wave of exports of big cat skins. 

Local populations of these rare animals were quickly depleted and the last tigers in southern Korea were killed in the early 1920s by Japanese trophy hunters. The Amur leopard managed to survive through the Korean War (1950–53), but finally succumbed to hunting pressure in 1970. This resulted in South Korea shifting from being an exporter to a major importer in the international big cat trade. 

By the early 1990s, South Korea was one of the world’s largest importers of tiger bone. Alongside China, it was also a major global manufacturer of tiger bone-derived products, exported for use in various traditional Asian medicines. 

The quantities are staggering, given how rare tigers are today. Between 1970 and 1993, South Korea imported tiger bone amounting to between 600 and 750 complete tiger skeletons. Almost half of this came from Indonesia, where the native Sumatran (or Sunda Island) tiger is critically endangered. 

All of this was to change when the South Korean government, concerned about the threat of potential US trade restrictions, agreed to join Cites in 1993. A domestic ban on the big cat trade followed a year later. But, remarkably, there has since been little domestic or international attention on the results of this major policy shift. 

Our team set to work collating three decades of wildlife trade records and interviewing experts in big cat trade, trade policy and law enforcement. Encouragingly, we could find no evidence for any large-scale tiger trade linked to South Korea. While further investigation is needed, this appears to represent a major achievement considering the size of the South Korean market for tiger bone in the early 1990s. 

What made the difference for South Korea? On this, participants were less certain. The country’s geographical isolation is notable – it has a single, heavily-fortified land border (the DMZ), so all big cat products would have to arrive via plane or ship. But isolation is also true of all countries that are natural islands.

Most participants instead leaned towards a three-pronged explanation: a trade ban that was publicly perceived to be strictly implemented, strong influences of social stigma on consumption choices, and the country’s impressive economic growth resulting in widespread access to cutting-edge medical services and more desirable luxury consumer items. 

Previous studies have warned that Asia’s economic growth could lead to increased regional demand for tiger products. But South Korea shows that this need not be true. 

Threats to progress

The broad trends indicate positive steps in the right direction. But a search of online forums and marketplaces did turn up products currently on sale reporting to be derived from tiger. Commonly, these were claimed to be old bottles of tiger bone wine. 

These attempted sales were public. They did not involve shady backroom deals in brick-and-mortar stores or secret online chat groups. Rather, they were happening on the same platforms where you could buy a smartphone, packaged food items or the latest K-pop merchandise. 

The attempted sales were strictly illegal under South Korean law and action is required by law enforcement and policy makers to address such cases, or they may risk undermining the progress that has otherwise been made.

Tigers are legally some of the best protected animals on the planet. They are regularly ranked among the most charismatic of all species, and from 2010 to 2022 they were subject to a unique conservation effort to double their global population size (a target that there was progress towards, but has never been met). 

Combatting the illegal tiger trade serves as a test of our commitment to addressing the wider threat of illegal and unsustainable wildlife trade. That requires a global effort. It is important to both learn from what different countries have achieved and identify illegal trade wherever it persists. 

In this, South Korea can play a key role. Hopefully, it will not be overlooked any longer. 

This article originally appeared in  The Conversation  on 29 May 2024.

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