Overview
The PhD program in Economics at Sciences Po trains top economists who seek to pursue university and academic careers in France or abroad, as well as careers requiring high-level doctoral training: in international organizations, think tanks, research institutions, government agencies, banks, and insurance companies.
Key facts:
Students seeking to pursue an international academic career are supported throughout the job market process. Many oral and written communication skills trainings are offered and members of the department of economics help prepare students for interviews and seminars.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Economics
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Accounting
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before
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Deadlines:
- 10 January, for an admission result mid-March
- 17 May, for an admission result mid-July
Language
Delivered
Disciplines
Economics View 14 other PhDs in Economics in FranceWhat students do after studying
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- Two academic recommendations (an optional professional recommendation may be added)
- CV/resume
- Proof of identity
- Thesis project (PDF or Word format, 5,000 words maximum, i.e. about ten pages, excluding bibliographic references)
- Thesis project synopsis (two pages, PDF or Word format)
- Copy of last completed academic degree (Master or equivalent)
- Master transcripts ( the documents must be attached in the original language, along with an official or informal translation in English or French if necessary. Please add a sworn statement of compliance if the translation is yours)
- If obtained, official proof of doctoral funding obtention
If you have a potential supervisor in mind, please indicate his/her name after your Thesis project title in your online space
Tuition Fee
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International
380 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 EUR per year during 36 months. -
EU/EEA
380 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 380 EUR per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Paris
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
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