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Economics (PhD) at Dalhousie University

Dalhousie University, Canada

Programme overview

Gain a strong foundation in economic theory and quantitative methods in applied fields of economics. The Department of Economics has wide-ranging research strengths with specialties of labour, health and social policy, development, and macroeconomics.

Faculty: Science  |  Department: Department of Economics  |  Duration: 5 years or longer  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

Career pathways

Dal economics graduates work with universities, government agencies and the private sector.

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Application information

Entry requirements

This degree is intended particularly for those interested in an academic career. PhD students complete courses in micro- and macroeconomic theory, econometrics, and fields of specialization. Information on how to apply can be found on the Applying for Graduate Studies webpage . For answers to frequently asked questions, please visit Application Procedures / FAQ . Fields of specialization for the PhD are open, subject to the following requirements: Applicants to the PhD must clearly indicate on their application the primary field in which they wish to specialize PhD students must also complete a doctoral dissertation in the field of specialization that constitutes a major contribution to the state of knowledge in the field. Students typically find a PhD thesis supervisor after the first year, once they have completed their qualifying exams.

Tuition is charged per credit, so the total depends on the courses you register for each year. Current fees are listed in the official fee schedule.

Graduate intakes: September, January and May.

General Faculty of Graduate Studies deadlines: September admission June 1 (Canadian applicants) and April 1 (non-Canadian); January admission October 31 (Canadian) and August 31 (non-Canadian); May admission February 28 (Canadian) and December 31 (non-Canadian). Program deadlines may differ. The application fee is $115, payable online with the application.

Apply through the official page: https://apply.dal.ca/apply/

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