Overview

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Features

You may pursue this PhD Informatics and System Science programme full-time or part-time at Henley Business School at University of Reading .

Although study on campus is encouraged, it may be carried out away from campus, for example at an institution where research facilities are available. Support for remote learning is considered on a case-by-case basis.

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Programme Structure

Courses include:

Understanding Management and Financial Research
Advanced Finance Theory with Empirical Applications

Introduction to Qualitative Research Methods

Financial Econometrics

Microeconometrics
Advanced Qualitative Research Methods

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Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months
Part-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-01 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-05-01 00:00:00 , International
- Apply before 2026-07-01 00:00:00 , National

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

135

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

76

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Reading, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Information Systems View 6 other PhDs in Information Systems in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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135

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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PTE Academic

76

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should have obtained an equivalent of a merit or above in a Master’s degree in a related science, social science or engineering field. Relevant research and/or industry experiences may be considered for those with exceptional strengths.

It is also advisable to contact the member of staff with whom you are interested in carrying out your research, to discuss your proposal before you apply.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

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Non-residents

21250 GBP / year

≈ 21250 GBP / year
Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

5006 GBP / year

≈ 5006 GBP / year

Additional Details

Part time fees:

Home students: £2,503

International students: £10,625

Living costs

Reading

United Kingdom

903 - 1382 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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