MRes/PhD Economics at London School of Economics and Political Science

Programme overview

Contribute to pioneering economics research on key global issues at one of the world’s premier institutions. The Department of Economics has led the development of systematic research training in economics in the UK. Today, our research informs policymaking and government decisions worldwide.

Department: Department of Economics | Duration: Five to six years - two years MRes, three to four years PhD 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

Compulsory and core courses include Microeconomics for MRes students, Macroeconomics for MRes students, Research Paper in Economics, Work in Progress Seminars.

Career pathways

Students who successfully complete the programme often embark on an academic career. See information on the placements of previous students on this programme Starting from the second year of the MRes, students undertake class teaching in the Department as this represents useful professional training.

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Application information

Entry requirements

An upper second class honours (2:1) degree (or equivalent) in any field. Some preparation in economics, a strong mathematics background and evidence of research potential are essential. The goal of the MRes/PhD Economics is to train first class researchers. Please select your country from the dropdown list below to find out the entry requirements that apply to you. English language requirement: Standard (IELTS 7.0 overall with 6.5 in each component).

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: Five to six years - two years MRes, three to four years PhD 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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