Overview

If you wish to apply for a PhD in Economics at University of Nottingham, you are normally expected to apply to our MRes/PhD programme.

Features

In exceptional circumstances (for example, having already completed an MRes or having substantial research experience), you may ask to be admitted directly to the first year of the PhD without completing the preliminary MRes year.

Programme Structure

Curriculum:

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Econometrics

Applied Econometrics

Behavioural Economics

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 60 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-09-01 00:00:00

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More details

International students should apply as early as possible to ensure you have enough time to apply for your student visa and submit any documentation

Language

English

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Delivered

On Campus

Disciplines

Economics View 76 other PhDs in Economics in United Kingdom

Academic requirements

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

English requirements

IELTS

6.5

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90

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Student insurance

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Other requirements

General requirements

A good honours grade in a masters degree (or international equivalent) in economics (including training in advanced micro, macro and econometrics). Evidence of academic excellence in previous taught courses is required.

We accept a wide range of qualifications from all over the world.

Tuition Fee

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International

21500 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 21500 GBP per year during 60 months.
National

5100 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5100 GBP per year during 60 months.

Living costs for Nottingham

583 - 978 GBP /month

Living costs

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