About this course
Robert Gordon University offers Doctorate of Business Administration in Human Resources as a 3-year doctoral Ph.D. programme in Business Administration. Based in Aberdeen, the programme is delivered by the university's specialist faculty and welcomes international applicants from across Africa and beyond.
Tuition is £16,020 per year. English-language entry requires IELTS 6.5 overall or TOEFL iBT 88. Intakes run across 2 windows (February, 2027 and October, 2026).
Scholarships are available to international applicants. The programme includes an industry internship element.
BDM Consult's advisors can guide you through entry requirements, scholarship eligibility, and visa support — from initial application to offer letter.
Entry requirements
To qualify for consideration you will need to demonstrate: an MBA or master's degree in a relevant area of business and management, a minimum of three years business experience, ability to demonstrate competence in written and oral English, all candidates will be interviewed and be required to produce a research outline prior to formal acceptance onto the course. English language requirements: IELTS academic overall 6.5 with 5.5 each in reading, writing, speaking and listening; TOEFL iBT overall 88 with 18 in reading, 20 in speaking, 17 each in writing and listening.
Scholarships
Scholarships are available for this course. Speak to a BDM advisor for the latest funding and eligibility details.
Intake dates
- ▸February, 2027
- ▸October, 2026
Application deadlines differ per intake. Speak to BDM for the latest cut-off dates.
