Course summary
Start dates: 1st October, 1st January, 1st April, 1st July. If you want to make your mark on the financial world through impactful research, then the Finance PhD is for you. You will have the opportunity to research the key financial factors that affect businesses on a global or micro level. You will get to challenge the status quo and explore ways in improving industry and financial practices. World-class academics from the School of Management will help you shape and develop your research; ensuring you produce the best and most relevant piece of work within your capabilities. You will have the freedom to research the financial topic of your choice. You may decide to explore housing market dynamics within the UK or decide to research the modelling of financial market volatility using high-frequency international data; whatever your subject matter, we will support you. Completion of the Finance PhD will set you apart from others as you begin your career in industry or academia. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Entry requirements
Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level and a master’s degree with a minimum overall grade at ‘Merit’ (or Non-UK equivalent as defined by Swansea University). English language requirement is IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 6.5 in each component) or a Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £8800 | Year 1 |
| International | £8800 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £2356 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £2356 | Year 1 |
| England | £2356 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £2356 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP