Key information
- Duration: Part-time, 48 months (4 - 6 years)
- Start dates & application deadlines: Starting September 2027; apply before May 2027 (International), apply before Jul 2027 (National)
Overview
The Business Administration DBA programme contributes to the research excellence of Henley Business School at the University of Reading. The theses produced receive commendations from accrediting bodies and examiners alike.
Features
- Candidates include prestigious competition winners and the quality of theses is regularly praised as being the highest quality by scholars with global reputations in their field.
- Research associates are members of our School structure and are encouraged to take part in activities of our research centres.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Completing your Research - Contribution and Impact
- Academic Research
- Research Design and Methodology
- Qualitative Techniques
- Quantitative Techniques
- Personal Development
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- Duolingo English Test: 125
- TOEFL iBT: 88 (OR)
- PTE Academic: 69
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
- If you are seeking to enter the DBA programme, you'll normally be expected to hold a Masters degree in the area of business or management together with at least five years' relevant experience.
- To apply for the Henley DBA please complete the online application form and provide the required documents. You will need to include one business reference and one academic reference.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
International: 27,619 AUD / year (≈ 14,500 GBP / year)
Domestic: 27,619 AUD / year (≈ 14,500 GBP / year)
Additional Details
- Year 4: £11,500
- Year 5: £7,500
- Year 6: £7,500
Living costs
Reading, United Kingdom: 1,720-2,632 AUD / month

