Overview
This Doctoral Program in Economics at the University of Melbourne is jointly offered by the Department of Economics and Australia’s pre-eminent economic and social policy research institution, the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research.
The diversity and depth of available research advisors and research topics in theoretical and applied economics in Australia is unparalleled in the region.
The Doctoral Program in Economics is made up of a 2-year Master of Commerce coursework program followed by a 3-year PhD.
Generous scholarships (full fee waivers and a stipend of AUD$30,000 per year) are available for high-performing applicants through the University of Melbourne.
Top-up funding of AUD $10,000 available for research, experiments and conferences during the research phase of the program.
Where will this take me?
- The Melbourne Business School Doctoral program prepares graduates for research and teaching careers at top-ranked educational institutions and for careers where world-class research and advanced analytical skills are necessary.
Programme Structure
Specialisation topics:
- Behavioural Economics
- Development Economics
- Econometric Theory
- Economic Design
- Economics of Education
- Economics of Innovation
- Experimental Economics
- Financial Economics
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 60 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApplication deadline not specified.
Language
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Disciplines
Economics View 10 other PhDs in Economics in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS Code: 056955G | 096133D
- Previous academic transcripts, including evidence of completions if applicable.
- Evidence of English language requirements
- GMAT/GRE score sheets
- Curriculum Vitae. A current CV outlining your all complete and incomplete academic qualifications and work experience, and details of any research publications (if relevant).
Tuition Fee
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International
43808 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 43808 AUD per year during 60 months.
Living costs for Melbourne
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Scholarships Information
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