Economics PhD
University of Liverpool
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OverviewThe University of Liverpool Management School’s (ULMS) Economics PhD programme has a long tradition of developing economists for the next generation, with unique research skills in modelling economic issues, conducting empirical analyses, and developing economic guidance for businesses and public institutions, at both micro and macro level.The training offered is tailored, with specific modules aimed at facilitating the development of your individual research project:Advanced topics in ...Read more

Overview

The University of Liverpool Management School’s (ULMS) Economics PhD programme has a long tradition of developing economists for the next generation, with unique research skills in modelling economic issues, conducting empirical analyses, and developing economic guidance for businesses and public institutions, at both micro and macro level.

The training offered is tailored, with specific modules aimed at facilitating the development of your individual research project:

Advanced topics in Macroeconomics

Advanced topics in Microeconomics

Advanced topics in Macroeconometrics

Advanced topics in Microeconometrics.

To ensure you receive the most relevant support during the thesis development stage, you will work with a primary supervisor, who is a leading expert in their field.

Additionally, you will be supported by a secondary supervisor, who is typically promising early career researcher, specialising in your specific area of study.

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11/101
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24th
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19th
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Entry requirements

Applications are welcomed and will be considered in our highly competitive programme from well qualified graduates who would typically hold a UK first degree or equivalent in the first or 2:1 class, in a relevant subject.

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£4,786 per year

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£23,400 per year

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Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences £23,400 (Band B).

£23,400 per year

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The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences £23,400 (Band B).

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University of Liverpool
The Foundation Building 765 Brownlow Hill Liverpool L69 7ZX United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Liverpool Lime Street  0.2 miles away
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