Preparation Courses for PhD Programme

In these courses, you will receive comprehensive guidance on the methodology of academic research and initial feedback on whether your topic is suitable for a doctorate and what a rough outline might look like. These preparation courses are a prerequisite for subsequent admission to the doctoral programme at the University of Gloucestershire, ensuring you have the best possible start to your PhD journey.

The courses are designed to accommodate your busy schedule. They are held over four weekends, each comprising three days of instruction, and can be attended online or in person in Germany. There are two compulsory courses and two optional courses. The courses are conducted by professors from the University of Gloucestershire and the zeb.business school. In addition to the academic content, you will quickly determine whether you enjoy part-time research work and are prepared to make the necessary time commitments.

Basically, our preparation will help you in any doctoral programmes.

Please email your CV and copies of academic certificates to validate your qualifications.

Upon successful completion of the Executive Diploma in Advanced Research, student will be able to:

Demonstrate Mastery in Research Methodologies: Have a robust understanding of various research methodologies, enabling the selection and application of appropriate techniques in their doctoral studies.

Exhibit Advanced Critical Thinking and Analytical Skills: Be able to critically evaluate academic literature, develop coherent research proposals, and effectively address complex research questions.

Show Competence in Ethical Research Practices: Understand and apply ethical considerations in research, ensuring the integrity and credibility of their academic work.

Be Prepared for Doctoral-Level Research: Possess the necessary skills and knowledge to undertake rigorous doctoral research, contributing significantly to their field of study.

Develop Professional Research Competencies: Gain valuable skills in academic writing, data analysis, and presenting research findings, beneficial for both academic and professional career paths.

Successful students can then apply for the University of Gloucestershire’s PhD programme at the School of Business, Computing and Social Science.

Fundamental elements of reflective professional development and developing the individual skills for Research Approaches (mandatory)  

Literature Review and Approaches and Techniques in Research (mandatory) 

Empirical Methods for Scientific Research (optional)

Use of Data Analytics in Research (optional)