PhD Economics at University of Liverpool

Programme overview

With an established tradition of developing next generation economists, our Economics PhD provides the skills and knowledge to answer pressing economic questions facing the world. If you have a master’s degree in economics or a related field, the University of Liverpool Management School offers the perfect environment to become a world-class specialist researcher in this area.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Duration: 2-4 years full-time; 4-6 years part-time | Study mode: full-time; part-time also available | Intake: Year round | Location: Liverpool, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Research topics include Microeconomics theory; Applied microeconomics; Macroeconomics; Econometrics and financial econometrics; Political economy; Industrial organisation; Sports economics.

Career pathways

In addition to gaining a substantial level of specialisation, you’ll graduate with a wide range of skills, which are highly sought after by employers and transferable to careers in business consultancy and policymaking. These skills include dissecting problems, gathering and analysing data, writing papers and presenting information.

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Application information

Entry requirements

You’ll need a UK master’s degree, or international equivalent, in economics or a related discipline, preferably at merit or above, plus demonstrable quantitative and programming skills. To discuss the entry requirements for this programme please contact the Management School’s Postgraduate Research Team.; English language: IELTS 7.0 overall, with no component below 6.5

Domestic applicants: GBP 5,238 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

International applicants: GBP 25,350 a year (2027/28). full-time Source

Intake: Year round

Duration: 2-4 years full-time; 4-6 years part-time

Apply through the official page: https://theuniversityofliverpool.my.site.com/

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