Economics PhD
University of Bath
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy

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SEP-27

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University of Bath, Claverton Down Campus

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SEP-26

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University of Bath, Claverton Down Campus

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SEP-26

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6 Years

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Undertake original research in a department with a strong international reputation and develop your qualitative and quantitative research skills.Department of Economics research activities cover all the mainstream fields of economics, such as:economic theoryeconometricsfinanceGraduate prospectsOur graduates have gone on to work in places as diverse as:Barclays BankGuandong University of TechnologyOffice for National StatisticsImperial College LondonIndonesian Central BankFord Motor Company in ...Read more

Undertake original research in a department with a strong international reputation and develop your qualitative and quantitative research skills.Department of Economics research activities cover all the mainstream fields of economics, such as:economic theoryeconometricsfinanceGraduate prospectsOur graduates have gone on to work in places as diverse as:Barclays BankGuandong University of TechnologyOffice for National StatisticsImperial College LondonIndonesian Central BankFord Motor Company in ShanghaiPlymouth Marine Laboratory

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WUSCA ranking:
WUSCA student ranking
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42/91
CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
9th
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2026
8th
What students say
K
Kunj
17 Dec 25

It’s really supportive and a inclusive environment fostering a calm vibe where it helps me to focus best on my work and also meet new prowl by connecting with so many other..Read more

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Arpan
04 Dec 25

The University of Bath is a great place to study because of its strong academics, inclusive community, and excellent campus facilities. It could be improved by expanding study..Read more

Entry requirements

A strong academic background in a field relevant to the proposed research - specifically, a 2:1 or higher Bachelor degree with honours (or equivalent). Applicants should also have, or expect to have by the beginning of the course, a Masters degree (or equivalent) with Merit or higher, in economics or in a related area.

A strong performance at the Masters level may compensate for a weaker one at the Bachelors level. Students may apply to one of the departments Masters programmes prior to commencing a research degree.

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£5,238 per year

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£5,238 per year

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Students from Other UK

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£5,238 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

£24,450 per year

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£24,450 per year

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Kunj
17 Dec 25
Economics
It’s really supportive and a inclusive environment fostering a calm vibe where it helps me to focus best on my work and also meet new prowl by connecting with so many other...
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Arpan
04 Dec 25
Full-time MBA
The University of Bath is a great place to study because of its strong academics, inclusive community, and excellent campus facilities. It could be improved by expanding study...
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University of Bath
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The University of Bath is one of the UK’s most prestigious institutions, known for excellence in teaching and research, a...

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Claverton Down Bath Somerset BA2 7AY United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Bath Spa  0.7 miles away
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