Published: 18 Dec 2025 401 views
The University of Exeter Business School trains world-class researchers who will shape how the world understands and respond to the most important societal challenges.
The University have a very generous funding scheme to support the most outstanding students who wish to complete a PhD in Accountancy. Successful applicants first receive funding to complete one of the University of Exeter Business School’s Research Masters (MRes), which provides a rigorous foundation in the skills that are required to conduct high quality research. Students who meet the PhD entry criteria will then receive funding for full-time study in one of the University of Exeter Business School’s PhD programmes.
Programme Structure
The programme consists of two stages incorporating both taught and research elements.
Stage 1: Complete the one-year MRes in Management, which prepares students for a PhD in an area requiring a strong grounding in accountancy Further details relating to the taught programme can be found via the following link https://www.exeter.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/courses/business/managementmres/
Stage 2: Complete the PhD in Accountancy
Decisions on PhD topic and supervision will be made towards the end of the MRes, giving students plenty of time to explore a range of topics and to meet the faculty.
Annual total (i.e., stipend + teaching remuneration): £26,495.00
The duration of the studentship is for a maximum of four years and covers the 1-year MbyRes programme and years 1-3 of the PhD programme.
Students are additionally eligible for funding to support their research, development and conference attendance.
The scholarship includes a requirement that students work as teaching or research assistants for 23 days (180 hours) a year. This is a valuable part of your training and will ensure that you graduate from the Business School as a highly skilled researcher and educator. The Programme is run on a full-time basis only and students are expected to live in Exeter.
Information for International students
The studentship funding does not cover travel to the UK, Visa or Immigration Health surcharges costs. For more details on the costs you will need to consider please see the Key Facts section via the following link https://www.exeter.ac.uk/students/international/applyingforavisa/studentvisas/.
You need an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline.
You need an undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline. Most incoming students also hold a Masters degree. You need to give details of two referees. They should be faculty members who know your work well and can judge your research potential, such as previous supervisors or academic tutors. You can also attach a CV of up to two pages long. The essay forms an important part of the application, so ensure that you give this sufficient attention.
You will be asked to complete the application form, and to upload the documents listed below by noon Monday 23 February 2026.
1. An essay of no more than 750 words maximum explaining (1) why you are applying for the scholarship, (2) why you are a suitable recipient of the scholarship and (3) your expectations for the MRes + PhD in your chosen pathway. Please upload as your personal statement document.
2. A CV of no more than 2 pages
3. The official transcript or certified copy of university grades from all past degrees
4. Two academic reference letters (one must be from your most recent institution)
5. If relevant, valid, original Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Cambridge score report (if required).
Application Timeline:
• Applications are due by noon Monday 23 February 2026
• Short-listed applicants will be invited to an interview in w/c 16 March 2026 to meet faculty and discuss their candidacy.
• Orientation for new students takes place in September 2026.
For more details, visit University of Exeter Scholarship webpage
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