PhD Economics at Manchester Metropolitan University

Programme overview

PhD Economics is a doctoral research degree in Finance and economics at Manchester Metropolitan University. Discover your research degree study options, including areas of expertise for our academic supervisors.

Faculty: Faculty of Business and Law | Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: Most of our students enrol in October. You can also join us in January. | Location: Manchester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Supervised original research leading to a doctoral thesis. Research areas include: Applied economics, Corporate finance, Corporate governance and social responsibility, Development economics, Econometrics, Economic theory, Environmental economics, Financial economics, Financial technology, Health economics, International banking, International financial markets and institutions, Investment, Political economy.

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Application information

Entry requirements

To apply, you’ll need a first or 2.1 honours degree, or an equivalent qualification. International students must have strong English language skills. We welcome applicants from non-standard backgrounds. We’ll take subject knowledge, professional experience, publications, or other relevant achievements into consideration.

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2026/27). Full-time home fee for PhD/MPhil (UKRI rate); part-time £2,619 per year; additional project costs may apply Source

International applicants: GBP 20,000 a year (2026/27). Full-time international fee per year for this subject band; part-time is 50% Source

Intake: Most of our students enrol in October. You can also join us in January.

Duration: three years full-time, six years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://www.mmu.ac.uk/study/postgraduate/research-study/subject/apply-research-degree

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