Overview
This Economics programme offered by University of Gothenburg provides rigorous training in economic research within an international academic environment. Students develop advanced theoretical and methodological competence through intensive coursework and close interaction with faculty members and visiting scholars. Research is conducted across several areas, including development economics, behavioural economics, labour economics, environmental economics, and finance, creating opportunities for…
specialised investigation within a broad disciplinary framework.
Key Facts
The programme combines advanced coursework with extensive independent thesis research. Doctoral candidates build strong foundations in mathematics, microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics before pursuing specialised fields through elective studies. Participation in seminars, workshops, conferences, international research visits, and teaching activities supports professional development and prepares graduates for academic, policy, and research-oriented careers.
Programme Structure
Research areas include:
- Behavioural and experimental economics
- Development economics
- Environmental economics
- Financial economics
- Health economics
- Industrial economics
- Labor and applied microeconomics
- Public economics
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
- TOEFL® IBT: 90
- PTE Academic: 62
- IELTS: 6.5
Other requirements
General requirements
A person meets the general entry requirements if he or she has been awarded a second-cycle qualification, or has satisfied the requirements for courses comprising at least 240 credits of which at least 60 credits were awarded in the second-cycle.
Tuition Fees
- International — Non-residents: Free
- EU/EEA — EU/EEA Nationals: Free
Additional Details
PhD students do not pay tuition fees.
Living costs
Göteborg, Sweden
1,085-2,002 AUD / month. The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Scholarships Information
Below you will find PhD's scholarship opportunities for Economics.
Available Scholarships
- Fulbright U.S. Student Program (U.S. government) — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 2026-10-07
- ServiceScape Scholarship (ServiceScape) — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 2026-11-30
- ACES Scholarships (ACES Education Fund) — Grant: 3500 USD; Deadline: 2026-11-15
- Erasmus+ - Grants for study mobility (OeAD, Austria's Agency for Education and Internationalisation) — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: Not specified; Merit-based
- ELES-Scholarship (Ernst-Ludwig-Ehrlich-Studienwerk) (Austria’s Agency for Education and Internationalisation) — Grant: 1550 EUR; Deadline: 2026-10-31
- $1,500 Annual Video Contest Scholarship (IvyPanda) — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 2026-10-31; Merit-based
- Voice Talent Online Scholarship (Voice Talent Online) — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 2027-03-01
- Dream Chaser Scholarship (Salvado Law) — Grant: 1000 USD; Deadline: 2027-01-13; Merit-based
- Scholarship for students with disabilities (Anonymous Hope Fund) — Grant: 3000 USD; Deadline: 2026-12-31; Need-based
- Grants of the Leopold Figl Foundation for students with residence in Lower Austria (Leopold Figl Foundation) — Grant: Various benefits; Deadline: 2026-12-31; Need-based
- The Annual IELTS from 6 to 9 Scholarship (IELTS from 6 to 9) — Grant: 1500 USD; Deadline: Not specified
- Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme (The Tobacco Harm Reduction Scholarship Programme) — Grant: 12000 USD; Deadline: 2027-01-11
Duration
- Full-time: 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting August 2027
- Application deadline not specified.
Prospective doctoral students apply for vacancies. Applications are generally accepted from November-December for admission starting September.
Language
English
Credits
240 ECTS
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Göteborg, Sweden