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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
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PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Full Time
SEP-26
3 Years
PhD/DPhil - Doctor of Philosophy
University of Birmingham
Part Time
SEP-26
6 Years
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Course overview Bringing together leading economic research and world-class mentorship, our PhD Economics is designed for ambitious scholars committed to advancing economic understanding and developing innovative solutions to global challenges. Course highlights A PhD in Economics at the University of Birmingham offers rigorous academic training, an internationally renowned research environment, and comprehensive professional development, preparing you to make significant contributions to the field. High Academic Merit: The programme is designed to train you to conduct research of the highest academic quality, making significant and original contributions to the field International Reputation: The Department of Economics enjoys an international reputation for research excellence Supportive Environment: You'll benefit from a dedicated supervisory team, regular feedback, and a vibrant academic community Professional Development: The programme encourages participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences, both within and outside the university, enhancing your professional network and exposure to new ideas
You will need to have a good honours degree (first or upper second class), and we usually expect you to have achieved an average of 65 in the taught component of your Masters degree. As an international student, you will also need to demonstrate adequate knowledge of written and spoken English.
Students living in
Domestic
£5,181 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£25,190 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£25,190 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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