Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD — Study from Victoria, Seychelles

Imagine pursuing advanced, globally relevant research without leaving the beauty and energy of Victoria, Seychelles. In our exclusive partnership between University of Gloucestershire and Robert Kennedy College, you can access rigorous doctoral-level learning, deeply practical frameworks, and a vibrant international academic network—right where you live and work.

Whether you are aiming to publish, elevate your professional influence, or prepare for future doctoral studies, the Executive Diploma in Advanced Research / PhD equips you with the theory, tools, and confidence to lead inquiry and drive impact across industries and borders. You will sharpen your ability to frame complex problems, design robust research, and translate findings into clear decisions that move organisations forward.

Built for ambitious professionals, this programme blends scholarly discipline with practical application. Your location becomes your launchpad; your work and interests become your laboratory. The journey is flexible, supportive, and completely online—so your growth never has to wait for the perfect moment.

Awarded as a British degree, recognised internationally

Your credential carries global weight. Upon successful completion, you earn a British award respected by employers and institutions around the world for its academic integrity, research rigour, and professional relevance. This recognition opens doors across borders and industries.

From multinational corporations to international NGOs and policy bodies, a British qualification signals that you meet rigorous standards and can contribute at an advanced level. It’s a credential designed to travel as far and as fast as your ambition.

Finish 100% online in as little as 3–6 months

Your time is valuable. The programme is structured to help driven professionals achieve meaningful progress at pace, without compromising quality. With focused coursework and expertly curated resources, you can complete the full experience in as little as 3–6 months.

Every module is designed to build momentum: clear milestones, practical outputs, and immediate opportunities to apply what you learn. You move forward with purpose—and finish with a credential that elevates your profile.

No fixed class times—study on your schedule

Life and leadership don’t follow a timetable, and neither do we. There are no mandatory live sessions at specific times or dates. Access content, contribute to discussions, and submit your work when it fits your schedule.

This flexibility empowers you to integrate study with your professional rhythm—whether you’re managing teams, traveling, or balancing personal commitments. Your learning fits your life, not the other way around.

Learn anywhere, even offline, with our mobile app

Your campus is wherever you are. Study from home, your office, or while traveling—the entire experience is designed for mobility. Through our mobile app, you can download study materials and lectures to watch offline, ensuring steady progress even without a stable connection.

Commutes, flights, and short breaks become powerful learning windows. With seamless access across devices, you stay connected to your goals at all times.

Open-book assessments that mirror real-world performance

We focus on insight, not memorisation. Instead of classical question/answer exams, you will complete open-book assessments that evaluate your ability to synthesise sources, apply frameworks, and make evidence-based decisions—just as you would in real professional scenarios.

This approach rewards original thinking, structured analysis, and clarity of communication—the essential competencies of modern leadership and advanced research practice.

Guided by faculty with world-renowned academic pedigrees

Learn from seasoned academics and practitioners who have graduated from globally respected institutions, including Oxford, Harvard, EPFL, the University of Basel, and Washington University in St. Louis. They bring both scholarly depth and practical perspective to every interaction.

Through constructive feedback and personalised guidance, your tutors help you shape sharper research questions, design stronger methodologies, and deliver work that stands up to scrutiny in any international context.

Join a truly global classroom with influential alumni

Study alongside professionals from over 130 countries—executives, entrepreneurs, analysts, consultants, public servants, and specialists from diverse sectors. This richness of perspectives challenges assumptions, uncovers new angles, and expands your global network.

Our alumni work for international organisations such as the United Nations, Google, ICRC, The World Bank, Microsoft, Intel, Samsung, Tencent, Siemens, and Sony—proof that the network you build here can take you anywhere.

Flexible fees—payable in up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments

Invest in your future with confidence. Our flexible fees structure allows you to spread payments over time, easing cash flow while you progress through the programme and advance your career.

Choose a payment rhythm that aligns with your budget, with up to 18 monthly interest-free instalments—so you can focus on learning, not logistics.

From Victoria, Seychelles to the world: Professional opportunities

Blue Economy leadership and maritime innovation: With Seychelles’ strategic position in the Indian Ocean and its focus on sustainable ocean industries, advanced research skills empower you to model policy outcomes, evaluate fisheries and aquaculture initiatives, and assess marine conservation strategies. Your ability to design robust studies and interpret complex data can support evidence-based decisions in maritime governance, logistics, and blue-finance projects with regional and global partners.

Tourism, hospitality, and sustainable destinations: As a global destination, Seychelles thrives on service excellence and resilience. This programme equips you to investigate visitor behaviour, sustainability practices, and operational performance—then translate findings into strategies that enhance value while protecting natural assets. From brand positioning to climate adaptation in hospitality, your research can inform initiatives that keep Seychelles at the forefront of high-value, sustainable tourism.

Financial services, compliance, and policy: The country’s dynamic financial services and regulatory landscape benefit from rigorous analysis and risk-aware decision-making. With advanced research methods, you can evaluate regulatory impact, benchmark compliance frameworks, and design decision-support models for governance, fintech, and development finance. Your work can inform corporate strategy, public policy, and cross-border collaboration with institutions across Africa, the Middle East, Europe, and Asia.

Your next step

You’re closer than you think. Wherever you are in Victoria, Seychelles—at your desk, on the move, or planning your next milestone—your journey to advanced research excellence can start today. Request our course catalogue and discover how this flexible, internationally recognised programme can accelerate your goals.