Plymouth,
United Kingdom
Type
Public
Degrees offered
Bachelor's Degree
PhD Tourism and Hospitality in Plymouth United Kingdom | University of Plymouth
University of Plymouth
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Plymouth United Kingdom
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Qualification
Doctor of Philosophy
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
GBP
13,645
(c. USD18,319.5)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
36 months
The Department of Tourism and Hospitality fosters a nurturing research atmosphere that empowers candidates to excel in their selected research disciplines. We invite applications from qualified individuals to pursue doctoral studies across diverse fields including tourism, hospitality, cruise operations, and event management. Our research expertise spans heritage tourism, cultural studies, sustainable practices, persuasive communication, human resource development, and digital marketing strategies.
Under the mentorship of distinguished scholars, you'll investigate current challenges in tourism, hospitality, and events emerging from cutting-edge sector research and industry trends. Earning a PhD in Tourism or Hospitality will effectively equip you for professional advancement in either academic or corporate settings.
This flexible doctoral program, available full-time or part-time, is designed for individuals with specific research inquiries who wish to conduct independent investigation to generate novel insights within their field. For those pursuing research-oriented careers, this represents the ideal advanced degree option.
Your academic journey will be supported by a dedicated supervisory team led by a Director of Studies.
Active participation in skill enhancement programs and academic presentations will be integral to your research experience.
Full-time duration: 3-4 years
Destination of Study
Subjects of Study
Language Requirements
English
IELTS 6.5
Qualification Requirements
Applicants are expected to have completed a masters level qualification to a high standard (e.g. at 'merit' or 'distinction' level) as well as either a good 2:1 or first class honours undergraduate degree in an area of study appropriate to your project proposal. We are happy to consider equivalent qualifications (for instance, you may have studied different subjects at undergraduate and masters level but have established a a relevant industry practice since then).
If you do not have a masters level qualification, we recommend you consider applying for one of our marketing programmes.
You will also need to provide evidence that you are ready to pursue the project you propose in your application. This will take the form of a sample of critical writing, and if relevant, documentation of relevant creative or professional practice.
If English is not your first language, you must have proficiency in written and spoken English (normally a minimum test score of 6.5 for IELTS, or equivalent). Given the nature of the programme, you'll be expected to read and engage with complex theoretical texts and debates for which fluency in English is essential.
TOEFL IBT – 90
Minimum Component Scores - Component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
If you do not have a masters level qualification, we recommend you consider applying for one of our marketing programmes.
You will also need to provide evidence that you are ready to pursue the project you propose in your application. This will take the form of a sample of critical writing, and if relevant, documentation of relevant creative or professional practice.
If English is not your first language, you must have proficiency in written and spoken English (normally a minimum test score of 6.5 for IELTS, or equivalent). Given the nature of the programme, you'll be expected to read and engage with complex theoretical texts and debates for which fluency in English is essential.
TOEFL IBT – 90
Minimum Component Scores - Component scores of listening 17, reading 18, speaking 20, writing 18
Tuition
GBP
13,645