Doctorate degree in Accounting University of Kent

The Kent Business School Accounting and Finance Department has a strong international reputation for its research on public sector accounting, critical accounting and accounting history. Staff members have published many scholarly papers in highly esteemed journals and a number of influential books. Our Accounting scholars’ research interests include privatisation and neoliberalism, public sector accounting and accountability, the social and political importance of accounting, accounting for sustainability, accounting history and optimal capital markets. Kent Business School (KBS) has excellent links with business schools globally, including in China, USA, Hong Kong, France, Germany, Spain, Sweden and Italy. Our wide array of exchange partners gives you the opportunity to gain international experience. Our partners are committed to enhancing their international outlook while providing excellent teaching. You will gain invaluable work experience, develop your understanding of a new culture and improve your language skills. Our School is proud to be in the top 1% of business schools globally to hold accreditations from three leading business organisations – The European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation from the European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD), The Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and The Association of MBAs (AMBA). Our programmes offer world-class business education enabling transformative learning experiences built around the School’s fundamental values of sustainable innovation and responsible management practice. Our students are at the heart of all considerations and through engaging teaching, world-class research, professional partnerships and an international community, we create an exciting atmosphere in which to learn and thrive.

The University of Kent, located in the southeastern part of England, stands as one of the UK's leading institutions for higher education. Established in 1965, it has since become renowned for its academic excellence, vibrant campus life, and commitment to innovation in teaching and research.

Situated in the historic city of Canterbury, with additional campuses in Medway and Tonbridge, the university offers a picturesque backdrop for intellectual pursuits. Canterbury, famous for its UNESCO World Heritage Site cathedral, provides a rich cultural environment that complements the academic experience.

Academically, the University of Kent boasts a diverse range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across disciplines such as arts, humanities, sciences, social sciences, and business. Its faculties and schools are at the forefront of research, with many academics contributing to global conversations and breakthroughs in their respective fields.