Economics Ph.D.

• The first is a rigorous and well-integrated core curriculum of economic theory and statistical analysis.
• The second element consists of concentrated study in selected fields, including development economics, industrial organization, international economics, and public economics.
• The third element consists of training designed to prepare students to undertake independent research.

This process culminates in a significant work of original research in the form of a dissertation. Having completed all three elements, our graduates are qualified to pursue academic, professional, or governmental careers.

Careers

The curriculum provides a solid base of core theoretical and empirical skills and the opportunity to pursue advanced careers in Economics. Many graduates have gone on to distinguished careers in higher education, government, and the private sector.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

• Math for Economists
• Advanced Price and Welfare Theory
• Advanced Macroeconomics and Growth Theory
• Econometrics
• Seminar in Economic Development
• International Economics
• Seminar in Public Economics

Admission requirements

Academic requirements

• GPA — 3
• GRE® — Required

English requirements

• Duolingo English Test — 120
• TOEFL® IBT — 79
• PTE Academic — 60

Other requirements

General requirements

• Minimum B average over the last 60 hrs of undergraduate study or the last 12 hours of graduate study.
• Applicants usually have a bachelor's degree in economics but this is not a prerequisite.
• Some course work in economics including both intermediate micro and macroeconomics is required prior to starting the program.
• Transcript of all undergraduate and graduate coursework.
• Scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) aptitude test, taken within the last two years.
• Three (3) letters of recommendation.
• Statement of purpose

Fees and funding

Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

• International: Non-residents — 15,627 AUD / year (≈ 11,128 USD / year)
• Out-of-State — 15,627 AUD / year (≈ 11,128 USD / year)
• Domestic: In-State — 5,530 AUD / year (≈ 3,938 USD / year)

Living costs

Norman, United States — 1,264–1,966 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

Scholarships. Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Economics.