The aim of the Economics at the University of New South Wales is to train you with the skills to identify, analyse and solve problems using original academic research in this field.
Economics, Ph.D.
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In the first year, you will attend rigorous coursework in micro and macro-economic theory, econometrics, and applied economic analysis.
In the second year, you will specialise in one of various fields within Economics by enrolling in field courses and attending field-specific lunches and seminars.
The last two years are completely dedicated to your research project, culminating in a doctoral thesis.
With the Economics at the University of New South Wales you will be involved in research projects from an early stage and enjoy the interdisciplinary engagement with a high-quality cohort of research students across the whole Business School. There will also be exciting opportunities to develop your teaching portfolio.
Ultimately, your PhD thesis will showcase your research skills and contributions your research makes to knowledge by offering original insights into the field.Detailed Programme Facts
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- Programme intensity
You can choose to do this programme part-time or full-time.
Full-time- Full-time duration 48 months
- Average part-time duration 60 months
- Intensity Flexible
- Languages
- English
- Delivery mode On Campus
Programme Structure
Courses include:- Advanced Econometric Theory and Methods
- Macroeconometrics
- Microeconometrics
- Policy Evaluation Methods
- Industrial Organisation
- International Economics
- Labour Economics
- Development and Political Economics
- Economic Measurement
- Experimental Economics
- Empirical Asset Pricing
- Asset Pricing Theory
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General Requirements
CRICOS code: 001023G
- Video clip: Applicants need to prepare a short video (max 5 minutes) introducing themselves and why they want to be a part of the program.
- Statement of research interests
- Electronic transcripts
- Grading systems
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- GTE/Financial Declaration Form
Tuition Fee
Living costs for Canberra
- 1425 - 2510 AUD/monthLiving Costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
UNSW Support for Category 1 Fellowships (non-ARC/NHMRC)Applicants for non-ARC/NHMRC Fellowships listed on the ACGR (Cat1 Fellowships) may be entitled to Central support to meet salary gaps (where the salary is set a level below the equivalent UNSW rate) and/or where matching funding/co-contribution is a Scheme requirement. Please contact the Director GMO to confirm arrangements. Please note, retrospective funding is NOT available - this applies to submissions in 2014 and onwards.For ARC/NHMRC named Fellowships, EB gaps will be automatically met by Central. The process is managed by the Research Finance Office. Please direct any enquiries to Marie Saparamadu.Category 1 GrantsGrants which are listed on the ACGR are classified as “Category 1” Grants, and are exempt from having to include indirect costs of research. This is indicated next to each scheme below where applicable. For more information on funding categories, see the Higher Education Data Collection category specifications document.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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