Economics - PhD

at University of Kent

Modules

The following modules are indicative of those offered on this programme. This list is based on the current curriculum and may change year to year in response to new curriculum developments and innovation.
 

There are three compulsory modules in the Autumn term:
 

• Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
• Advanced Microeconomics and Game Theory
• Computational Methods with Matlab
   

Students then choose at least two optional modules in the Spring term:
 

• Topics in Advanced Macroeconomics
• Macro-Econometrics
• Topics in Advanced Microeconomics
   

Micro-Econometrics
 

All first-year modules involve assessed coursework and you are required to pass at least five modules in order to progress to the second year of the PhD.
 

Independent research

The final three years of the PhD are devoted to independent research, under the guidance of a supervisory panel. Throughout the academic year, there are regular reading groups, workshops and seminars in which students are encouraged to attend and participate. In the  summer term, PhD workshops are held in which all students must present their work. At the end of four years, the student will submit a thesis that is examined by viva voce. Research generated during the PhD can result in the publication of papers in top economics journals.
 

PhD students are assessed on the basis of a thesis of between 60,000 and 80,000 words.

A typical student will have studied for an MSc in Economics (or a closely-related discipline) in the UK with an average grade of 65% or above. We welcome applications from students who do not fit this norm, however, it is essential that students have a strong background in quantitative work.
 

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and relevant experience may also be taken into account when considering applications. 

Fees:

• Home full-time£9300
• EU full-time£13000
• International full-time£17400

For students continuing on this programme fees will increase year on year by no more than RPI + 3% in each academic year of study except where regulated.

A PhD in the area of economics is a particularly valuable and flexible qualification that can open the door to exciting careers in many professions. Our PhD programme provides rigorous training for careers in professional and academic economics. Our graduates have gone on to work as economists in international organisations, the financial sector, business, UK and overseas governments, and to academic careers at Kent and UK and overseas universities.