published from the dissertation in a qualified journal in order to obtain the Ph.D. degree.
Students who wish to pursue the Ph.D. programme in economics but have completed a Master's degree in another field may be admitted to the programme, subject to successfully completing selected prerequisite undergraduate and graduate economics courses.
Career Opportunities
Graduates have a wide area of employment opportunities. Their knowledge and skills in economics as well as their good command of English and computer applications, as well as familiarity with global issues opens up employment opportunities in international organizations, multinational companies and public services and in private businesses.
Programme Structure
Curriculum:
- Advanced Microeconomic Theories
- Advanced Macroeconomic Theory
- Mathematical Economics
- Time Series Econometrics
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English Requirements
PTE Academic: 58
IELTS: 6.5
Other Requirements
General requirements: Applications to the PhD programme at Department of Economics are accepted twice a year, prior to the beginning of each semester. All applicants for whom English is a second language may be required to pass an English proficiency examination, or present a recent TOEFL score above 550 for PhD candidates. PhD programme requirements in addition to the Master's qualification prior to entry, vary depending on the programme.
Prospective applicants are required to fill out an application form available at the Registrar's Office, and submit the completed form, together with a letter of reference and an official transcript of all graduate and undergraduate coursework completed up to the time of application. Candidates, who are not citizens of the Turkish Republic of Northern Cyprus or the Republic of Turkey, are required in addition to submit a document of financial guarantee showing that sufficient funds are available for tuition and living expenses.
Fees and Funding
Tuition Fees
International: 768 AUD / module (approx. 550 USD / module)
Additional Details
Registration fee per course:
- TRNC: 25.000 TL
- Turkish students: 30.000 TL
- International: 550 USD
Living Costs
Famagusta, Northern Cyprus: 67-108 AUD / month
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