Canterbury Christ Church University

PhD Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events

Canterbury Christ Church University

Course overview

The PhD in Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events at Canterbury Christ Church University is a research-based programme designed to help individuals contribute knowledge to the fields of business, tourism, hospitality and events. During this course, you will learn how to develop and apply theoretical frameworks to real-world challenges, conduct independent research, and produce a thesis that improves understanding in your chosen area of study.

You will explore key areas such as entrepreneurship, innovation, marketing, accounting, finance, and strategic management. Depending on your research interests, you can also specialise in tourism, hospitality or events. That way you graduate with the expertise to pursue a career in academia, consultancy, policy-making, or senior roles within the industry.

For this course, teaching and learning take the form of supervisory meetings, research training workshops and independent study, with a strong emphasis on practical research skills. You’ll have the opportunity to engage in academic conferences, publish research, and collaborate with industry partners. Assessment is through the submission and defence of a doctoral thesis.

Entry requirements

These are the typical entry requirements to study PhD Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events at Canterbury Christ Church University:

Grade Requirements

  • Applicants are generally expected to hold a first-class or upper second-class honours degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.

English Proficiency

  • Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.5. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

Scholarships

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    You will receive £2,000.

    Up to £2,000

  • CCCU Alumni Discount

    Up to 20% of fees

  • Funding for Horticulture MSc by Research

    This funding will cover at least the fees for the course for home students, with some funding left over for living costs.

  • International Student Scholarship

    You will gain a reduction of £1,500 from your fees for each year of full-time study.

    Up to £1,500

  • Partner Schools Award

    You will receive up to £1,500 over three years.

    Up to £1,500

  • Sanctuary Scholarship

    Tuition fee support: you will be offered a tuition fee waiver until you are awarded status that entitles you to access statutory student support. This does not cover repeat years of study.

Career opportunities

The PhD Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events at Canterbury Christ Church University graduates can pursue their career in various roles, including: 

  • University Lecturer/Professor
  • Research Consultant
  • Policy Advisor
  • Tourism Development Manager
  • Hospitality Operations Director
  • Business Strategy Analyst

Cost of study

For the 2025/26 academic year, the annual tuition fee for the PhD Business and Management, Tourism, Hospitality and Events at Canterbury Christ Church University is £15,500 for international students.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.

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