Key information
Duration
- Full-time: 36 months
- Part-time: 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting January 2027
- Apply before Oct 2026, International (estimated deadline for students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or for students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country)
- Apply before Jan 2027, International (estimated deadline for students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or for students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country)
- Apply before Feb 2027, National (estimated deadline if you have the same nationality as the university)
- Apply before Jun 2027, International (estimated deadline for students from outside the European Economic Area who want to study within the EEA, or for students who want to study outside the EEA but are not nationals of that country)
- Apply before Jul 2027, National (estimated deadline if you have the same nationality as the university)
Language
English
English Requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 87
- PTE Academic: 59
- IELTS: 6.5
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
Huddersfield, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Economics, Econometrics
Overview
A full-time Economics and Econometrics PhD from University of Huddersfield is a three-year programme of research and culminates in the production of a large-scale piece of written work in the form of a research thesis that should not normally exceed 80,000 words.
Completing a PhD can give you a great sense of personal achievement and help you develop a high level of transferable skills which will be useful in your subsequent career, as well as contributing to the development of knowledge in your chosen field.
Individuals working towards the award of PhD are required to successfully complete a programme resulting in a significant contribution to knowledge.
You are expected to work to an approved programme of work including appropriate programmes of postgraduate study (which may be drawn from parts of existing postgraduate courses, final year degree programmes, conferences, seminars, masterclasses, guided reading or a combination of study methods).
You will be appointed a main supervisor who will normally be part of a supervisory team, comprising up to three members. The research supervisor will advise and support you on your project.
Programme Structure
To obtain additional information about the programme, we kindly suggest that you visit the programme website, where you can find further details and relevant resources.
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
GPA: Upper Second Class
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 87
- PTE Academic: 59
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
A Master’s degree, normally with a classification of merit or distinction, or an honours degree (2:1 or above) or equivalent, may be considered, in a discipline appropriate to the proposed programme to be followed, or appropriate research or professional experience at postgraduate level, which has resulted in published work, written reports or other appropriate evidence of accomplishment.
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
- International: 18700 GBP / year (non-residents)
- Domestic: 5257 GBP / year (citizens or residents)
Part-time per year: National: £2,628 per year; International: £8,500 per year.
Living costs (Huddersfield, United Kingdom)
600 - 1000 GBP / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Scholarships
University of Huddersfield offers Vice-Chancellor's Scholarship (deadline 16 Oct 2026), Chancellor’s Scholarships (deadline 16 Oct 2026), and Merit-based scholarships (4000 GBP, deadline anytime). Other available scholarships include Fulbright U.S. Student Program (07 Oct 2026), ServiceScape Scholarship (30 Nov 2026), ACES Scholarships (15 Nov 2026), Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility (deadline not specified), Scholarships for PhD Students (deadline not specified), Boustany Astronomy PhD Scholarship (28 Feb 2027), $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship (31 Oct 2026), Voice Talent Online Scholarship (01 Mar 2027), The PhD Prep Fellowship (01 Sep 2026), Dream Chaser Scholarship (13 Jan 2027), Scholarship for students with disabilities (31 Dec 2026), Commonwealth Shared Scholarship – University Bids (deadline not specified), Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria (31 Dec 2026), The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship (deadline not specified), Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme (11 Jan 2027).