Overview

Development Economics from Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies introduces you to the heart of many current policy debates. What works and what does not in terms of social programmes geared towards reducing poverty, child malnutrition, or the spread of HIV/AIDS? What policies should a country follow in order to ensure sustained economic growth and an equitable distribution of income?

Students at Development Economics from Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies will:

gain knowledge about the determinants of economic growth,

know about carefully-crafted microeconomic work in which rigorously constructed theories are tested in developing countries,

be using cutting-edge experimental or quasi-experimental techniques, Development Economics

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Political science

Anthropology

Sociology

Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2024-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2024-03-01 00:00:00

Language

English, French

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics International Development Econometrics View 3 other PhDs in International Development in Switzerland

Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

IELTS

7

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TOEFL^® IBT

100

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Other requirements

General requirements

You should hold, or at least receive upon arrival, a master’s degree or its equivalent in a discipline relevant to your study programme, from an accredited university.

A thesis proposal should be submitted that describes your research project.

All students must have an excellent command of English.

Tuition Fee

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International

7398 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 7398 EUR per year during 48 months.
EU/EEA

4623 EUR/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 4623 EUR per year during 48 months.

Swiss residents: CHF 5,000 per year

Non-residents: CHF 8,000 per year

Living costs for Genève

1925 - 2850 CHF /month

Living costs

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.