In this course you’ll have access to training opportunities at Sussex, and in collaboration with the SeNSS South East Network for Social Sciences and other Economics departments in the UK. You’ll have two supervisors, working in a relevant area.You’ll become a skilled research practitioner with a broad set of advanced skills to help you address global challenges. Your training on this integrated PhD will enable you to effectively engage with – and shape – socioeconomic policies. This includes areas such as innovation, entrepreneurship, inclusive trade, minimum wage, education and development. An integrated PhD opens a range of careers opportunities in academia, as well as in policy and the private sector.What is an integrated PhD?An integrated PhD includes taking Masters-level modules in your first year as preparation for PhD-level research.The taught year will help develop your research skills, ready for your PhD. It covers:quantitative, qualitative and analytical methodsempirical designprogramming. Through the taught modules, you’ll gain a meaningful progression point and all the support you need for your PhD. Once you’ve successfully completed the taught element of the degree, you’re ready to progress to the research phase of your PhD including your research thesis.During your PhD, you’ll continue to receive training. You’ll develop more advanced research and publishing skills including:writingwinning grantsstakeholder engagement. The integrated PhD offers the depth rigour and focus of a PhD, while developing your research and employability skills. AccreditationYou’ll join the EQUIS and AMBA-accredited University of Sussex Business School.