MPhil/PhD Environmental Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Make an original contribution to the field of environmental economics with this research programme. The MPhil/PhD in Environmental Economics programme offers the chance to undertake a substantial piece of research which makes an original contribution to the field of environmental economics and is worthy of publication. Students are first registered on the MPhil, and will need to meet certain requirements to be upgraded to PhD student status.

Department: Department of Geography and Environment | Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available | Study mode: full-time/part-time | Intake: Introductory Course in Mathematics and Statistics begins in August 2027 | Location: London, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

In addition to progressing with your research, you're expected to take the listed training and transferable skills courses. You may take courses in addition to those listed, and should discuss this with your supervisor. Compulsory and core courses include Staff / Research Students Seminars, Microeconomics, Introductory Course in Mathematics and Statistics, Environmental and Resource Economics, Doctoral Research and Professional Development.

Career pathways

We prepare students for a variety of careers: in academia; international organisations such as the World Bank, OECD, UNEP or European Commission; private/consultancy sector (eg, renewable energy firms, water companies, environment consultancies, etc), NGOs or high-profile positions in governmental institutions. Previous graduates of the programme have gone on to positions in the following institutions: international institutions: World Bank in Washington DC, The European Commission; academia and.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a taught master’s degree (or equivalent), with a minimum of 65 per cent average and at least 70 in dissertation, in a related discipline. The programme is offered in the following alternative formats: Either the stand-alone MPhil/PhD in Environmental Economics (+3 route) Or combined with the MSc in Environmental Economics and Climate Change progressing onto the MPhil/PhD in Environmental Economics (1+3 route) + 3 Route: MPhil/PhD in Environmental Economics (2-4 years) The minimum entry requirement for this programme is a taught master’s degree (or equivalent), with a minimum of 65 per cent average and at least 70 in dissertation, in a related discipline. 1+3 Route: MSc in Environmental Economics and Climate Change (1 year) + MPhil/PhD in Environmental Economics (2-4 years) The 1+3 route – suitable if you don't hold a relevant postgraduate degree – is aimed at students graduating with an undergraduate degree preferably in economics, or otherwise with a background in economic analysis and strong analytical, quantitative and technical skills. (See Entrance requirements for the MSc in Environmental Economics and Climate Change) The 1+3 Combined PhD Programme is only available as part of an ESRC Funded pathway. English language requirement: Research (IELTS 7.0 overall with 7.0 in reading and writing and 6.5 in listening and speaking).

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,368 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

International applicants: GBP 25,300 a year (2027/28). First-year fee; likely to rise over the duration of the programme. Source

Intake: Introductory Course in Mathematics and Statistics begins in August 2027

Duration: Three to four years, minimum two years full-time; part-time available

Apply through the official page: https://www.lse.ac.uk/study-at-lse/Graduate/Prospective-students/How-to-Apply

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