Duration Full-time 36 months 3–4 years Part-time 72 months 6–8 years Start dates & application deadlines Starting October 2027 Apply
before Jan 2027 Starting February 2028 Apply before Jun 2027 Language English TOEFL iBT: 87 Delivered On Campus Campus Location Milton Keynes, United Kingdom Disciplines Marketing Overview About the programme Social and Responsible Marketing research at The Open University UK draws on the Strategy and Marketing Department's expertise. The SRM cluster has three major research themes: social marketing and behaviour change responsible marketing and consumption strategic marketing and sustainability Programme Structure Potential research projects: Social Marketing and Behaviour Change – this research theme seeks to address the principles and practice of social marketing aimed at behaviour change interventions for societal wellbeing Responsible Marketing and Consumption – this thematic area focuses on addressing issues of responsibility, ethics, and sustainability in marketing and consumption Strategic Marketing and Sustainability – this thematic area within the cluster includes strategic sustainability marketing and innovation Admission requirements Academic requirements GPA: Upper Second Class English requirements TOEFL iBT: 87 General requirements Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree (or equivalent). If you are not a UK citizen, you may need to prove your knowledge of English. The proposal document typically consists of: the topic or area to be investigated the issue, research question or hypothesis that is to be tested (if it can be defined at this stage) the likely methods and techniques to be used in the investigation the relationship of the proposed research to the published literature and current research in your field, and an indication of the contribution your thesis would make details of work you have already done in the proposed field your suitability as a researcher for the proposed project. Tuition Fees Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality. International: 24,114 AUD / year (≈ 12,705 GBP / year) Domestic: 9,501 AUD / year (≈ 5,006 GBP / year) Living costs Milton Keynes, United Kingdom 1,609–2,553 AUD / month The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries. Scholarships Information Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Social and Responsible Marketing.
