phD
Without Residence

1. Identify Research Area and Supervisor

2. Enquiries

3. Deadlines

4. Documents Required

• Authenticated copies of academic qualifications (Master’s and Bachelor’s degree certificates and transcripts).
• Detailed research proposal (clearly explain your interest in the PhD, its contribution to your career, and reasons for choosing Brunel’s PhD Without Residence programme at Ahlia University).
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Two recommendations or references (one must be academic).
• CV.
• Passport.

5. Apply

• Master’s degree in a relevant academic discipline.
  Those with a degree in an unrelated field may be required to complete deficiency courses, while applicants who do not meet the academic requirement but possess significant occupational experience will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Proof of proficiency in English, if English is not your first language and you have not previously been taught in English. Brunel University of London recognises a range of qualifications. For further details, visit:
  Language Requirements

The full annual tuition fee is paid at the beginning of each of the three academic years of PhD study.

The annual fees are set and annually reviewed by Brunel University London and can be found here: link

Annual fees are subject to a small increase each year.

Any sponsorship arrangements must be announced prior to enrolment.

Fees are payable to Ahlia University prior to enrolment in full.

• You will be registered at Brunel University London, with your learning is based at Ahlia University.
• You will have full access to both Ahlia University and Brunel University’s facilities and extensive libraries.
• You will be assigned two academic supervisors who will support and guide you over the course of your PhD: Your principal supervisor will be based at Brunel University London and local supervisor will be based at Ahlia University.
• You will receive doctoral research training through research focused seminars and workshops delivered by Brunel flying faculty.
• You will be encouraged to attend conferences and disseminate your research.
• You will present your research at regular progress review sessions and at the annual Doctoral Research Symposium.
• You are strongly encouraged to visit Brunel whenever possible throughout your studies.
• Your viva voce will take place at Brunel University of London.

PhD in Information Technology and Computing

PhD in Management

• Authenticated copies of academic qualifications (master’s and bachelor’s degree certificates and transcripts).
• Detailed research proposal (Clearly Explain your interest in the PhD, its contribution to your career, and reasons for choosing Brunel’s PhD WR programme at Ahlia University)
• Proof of English language proficiency.
• Two recommendations or references (one must be academic).
• CV
• Passport