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

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OCT-25

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4 years

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University of Bristol

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University of Bristol

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8 years

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OverviewThe School of Economics carries out research into most of the major fields of economics. It has a distinctive focus and reputation, combining high-level advances in economic theory, structural modelling and econometrics with innovative research in public policy.The quality of the departments research has been evident in the most recent research assessments. 97% of our Economics and Econometrics research is rated either world-leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021). ...Read more

Overview

The School of Economics carries out research into most of the major fields of economics. It has a distinctive focus and reputation, combining high-level advances in economic theory, structural modelling and econometrics with innovative research in public policy.

The quality of the department's research has been evident in the most recent research assessments. 97% of our Economics and Econometrics research is rated either 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent' (REF 2021).

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86/101
CUG Subject Ranking
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11th
CUG Ranking
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16th
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Entry requirements

The standard entry route into the PhD is from the MRes Economics programme, conditional on academic results and the availability of supervision. Candidates with an MRes or MPhil Economics degree from another institution, or a very strong MSc Economics or equivalent degree, can also be considered for direct entry into the PhD programme. Applicants whose master's-level studies have been outside Europe, the US and Canada are strongly recommended to provide GRE scores.

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£4,850 per year

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£21,300 per year

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£21,300 per year

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University of Bristol
Beacon House Queen’s Road Bristol BS8 1QU United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Clifton Down  0.2 miles away
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