Dr. Simon Blyth

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Simon Blyth is a Senior Lecturer in the Department of Marketing at the University of Bristol. He obtained his PhD from Southampton University and has a strong background in consumer science, marketing, and design innovation. At Bristol, he teaches undergraduate courses on Issues in Consumer Marketing, Innovation, and Brands, aiming to bridge the gap between academic theory and marketing practice. His research interests focus on purpose-based marketing strategies, brand activism, and the interactions between marketing practitioners and academia. Prior to returning to higher education, Simon consulted for various organizations including Unilever, Mondelez, and SAB Miller, working on design innovations across multiple countries such as Germany, France, India, Indonesia, Kenya, Nigeria, Spain, and the UK. He actively supervises both undergraduate and postgraduate dissertations and has published research in development studies, emphasizing community participation in design.

Research Interests

Courses

Issues in Consumer Marketing Innovation Brands Cultural Strategy

Requirements for University of Bristol

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:22
Speaking
Required:22
Total
Required:88
Prerequisites
Upper second-class MSci honours degree in physics or related discipline Or a relevant postgraduate MSc
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Academic transcripts
  • Two academic references
  • Personal statement
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • Research statement/proposal
Specialization Notes

Department of Physics research themes include Astrophysics, Materials and Devices, Particle Physics, and Quantum and Soft Matter.