DBA Doctorate in Business Administration

The University of Gloucestershire’s DBA Doctorate in Business Administration helps individuals to develop advanced skills in business administration. Through an in-depth research project on a topic of choice, students will do doctoral work that is relevant to both theory and practice. 

This programme covers several research topics, from leadership and production control to management accounting, among others. During this 4-year course, students will go through core modules such as Systematic Literature Review, and Research Methods and Analysis, among others. At the end, students will present and defend a thesis in a viva voce exam.

The University of Gloucestershire was established in 2001 and is located in Gloucestershire, England. Ever since, it has consistently ranked among the best UK universities, and has a student population of around 9,000. 

The university offers accredited courses (undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral) in disciplines such as Arts, Business, Education, Health, and Technology. And it delivers top-quality education combined with top-notch facilities and comfortable accommodation on and off campus.

Reputed for the high-quality education delivered by experts, and friendly and inclusive atmosphere, the University of Gloucestershire remains a great choice for higher education.

Here are the entry requirements to study DBA (Doctorate in Business Administration) at the University of Gloucestershire:

Grade Requirements

Applicants must have a master’s degree or equivalent in a subject area relevant to the proposed research topic.

English Proficiency

Non-native English speakers may need to demonstrate proficiency in the language, typically through an IELTS score of at least 6.0. TOEFL or other equivalents are also allowed.

The tuition fee (2025/2026 session) for a DBA Doctorate in Business Administration at the University of Gloucestershire is £8,825 per year of study.

The University of Gloucestershire provides students with financial support through various discounts, bursaries, and scholarships.

An example is the Global Scholarship, which is a £1,500 tuition fee waiver for the first year of study. It is awarded to new, self-funded international students studying full-time for at least 2 semesters.

With a DBA Doctorate in Business Administration from the University of Gloucestershire, graduates become fully equipped to pursue a career as:

• Academic Researcher
• Corporate Executive Consultant
• Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)
• Business Analytics Director
• Non-Profit Leadership Executive
• Government Policy Advisor

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