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Overview
The selected cohorts of students that enroll the Programme each year receive training within a stimulating research environment.
The Economics programme offered by University of Porto is hosted by the Center for Economics and Finance at the U. Porto (cef.up), the leading research unit of the Faculty of Economics of University of Porto (FEP-UP), which sponsors several courses and seminars over the academic year.
Research papers are presented by visiting scholars, by Department faculty and by graduate students. Seminar attendance is an integral part of the PhD programme, as it provides students with knowledge about current research in their areas of interest, as well as acquaintance with researchers in such areas.
Presentation of their research results allows students to acquire key academic abilities and to obtain timely feedback from scholars and colleagues on their theses.
Double degree
Double degree – The PhD in Economics has an agreement with the Universities of Milan / Pavia which allows students to complete the PhD program by obtaining two diplomas.
Student profile
The programme aims at providing students with advanced capabilities in Economic Theory and Quantitative Methods, allowing for a deeper understanding of various specialized areas of Economics and the development of skills for economic analysis and scientific research. Its structure is designed to ensure that the approved theses contribute to the advance of scientific knowledge in the student’s specialization area.
The programme encourages the submission of research results to publication in accredited scientific journals.
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Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Microeconomics
- Macroeconomics
- Mathematical Economics
- Econometrics
- Computational Economics
- History of Economic Thought
- Advanced Economic Analysis
- Advanced Topics in Economics
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Visit official programme websiteKey information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
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Language
English
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Economics International Development EconometricsExplore more key information
Visit official programme websiteAcademic requirements
GMAT The Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) is a test intended to assess certain analytical, writing, quantitative, verbal, and reading skills in written English for use in admission to a graduate management program, such as an MBA. GMAT contains 4 sections - Analytical Writing Assessment, Integrated Reasoning, Quantitative and Verbal. The score has a range from 200 - 800. Required
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
Candidates fulfilling the following conditions can submit applications for admission to Doctoral Programme in Economics:
a) Holders of Master’s degree (or those with equivalent qualification from foreign countries);
b) Holders of Bachelor degree (or those with equivalent qualification from foreign countries), and with a relevant curriculum that certifies solid capabilities to pursue the doctoral course;
c) Holders of a relevant curriculum that certifies solid capabilities to pursue the doctoral course
The selection and ranking of candidates will be made according to the criteria published here: https://sigarra.up.pt/fep/en/NOTICIAS_GERAL.VER_NOTICIA?p_nr=34689
Work experience
Please check the specific admission requirements for each programme here: https://sigarra.up.pt/fep/en/NOTICIAS_GERAL.VER_NOTICIA?p_nr=34689
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International
6100 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 6100 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months. -
EU/EEA
2850 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 2850 EUR per year and a duration of 48 months.
Funding
- The Scientific Board encourages and supports students who wish to apply for scholarships or other financial support. The main institution responsible for awarding scholarships in Portugal is the Fundação para a Ciência e a Tecnologia (FCT).
- Under the students’ international mobility protocols established between the University of Porto and several European universities, our doctorate students may apply for scholarship support in order to attend one semester abroad. Students applying for scholarships should seek advice from the Scientific Board on how to fill in the application form.
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.
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