Economics (Applied Economics) - Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) at University of Waterloo

Get a strong foundation in economic theory and econometrics and conduct original research alongside world-renowned scholars with the PhD in Applied Economics program. You’ll receive training in the areas of public policy, including such fields as labour economics, macro-economics, monetary economics, econometrics, natural resources, environmental and health economics. Through this rigorous academic program and applied research experience, you’ll develop your communication and analytical skills, preparing you for a career in academia or the private sector as an economist, data analyst, policy advisor, economic consultant and many others.

Faculty: Faculty of Arts  |  Department: Economics  |  Duration: 48 months  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: Fall (September - December); application deadlines: February 1 (for admission in September)  |  Location: Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

Research fields: Public Economic Policy. Study option(s): Thesis.

Career pathways

Through this rigorous academic program and applied research experience, you’ll develop your communication and analytical skills, preparing you for a career in academia or the private sector as an economist, data analyst, policy advisor, economic consultant and many others.

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