Overview

Economics at Birkbeck, University of London has acquired an excellent reputation, not only for the quality of its research but also for the quality of its training. The Treasury, the Bank of England and many other employers hire us to train their staff.

We take students who are determined to succeed and are prepared to undergo the rigours of first-class training, whether they are studying full-time or part-time.

Highlights

Birkbeck is home to the Commodities and Finance Centre, a forum for academics and practitioners working in the field of commodities modelling.
The Birkbeck Centre for Applied Macroeconomics is a research centre which aims to consolidate and publicise research in macroeconomics and monetary economics. The centre hosts regular seminars and workshops and prestigious visiting scholars.
The London Mathematical Finance Group, a consortium of the mathematical finance groups at Birkbeck, Brunel University, Imperial College, King's College, LSE and UCL, provides advanced courses in mathematical finance, primarily for first-year PhD students. It also organises PhD Seminar Days, in which students have the opportunity to present their work.

Programme Structure

Structure:

The degree involves both coursework and research training, but its major component is the preparation of a substantial research thesis.
The thesis should demonstrate a sound understanding of the main issues in the area and add to existing knowledge.

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months
Part-time
- 84 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2025-10-06 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-01-12 00:00:00

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Starting 2026-04-27 00:00:00

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Language

English

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Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

London, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Economics View 87 other PhDs in Economics in United Kingdom

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Academic 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

An MSc in economics/finance or a related quantitative subject, with Distinction or a good pass.
Applicants should also submit a research proposal which is in line with the research interests of our academic staff in this area.
Qualities such as good time management and the ability to cope under pressure are vital.
A strong background in quantitative methods is required.

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Tuition Fee

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International

15570 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 15570 GBP per year during 48 months.
National

5006 GBP/year

Tuition Fee

Based on the tuition of 5006 GBP per year during 48 months.

Living costs for London

1137 - 2157 GBP /month

Living costs

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Scholarships Information

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