Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months - (usually reduced to 3 years if you have already completed a taught MSc)
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027
If you are submitting your own research proposal, applications are accepted all year round, but if you wish to start in September, you should apply by 1 June.
Language: English
English requirements
- TOEFL iBT: 95 (or 5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score)
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Delivered: On Campus
Campus Location: Birmingham, United Kingdom
Disciplines: Economics
Overview
A PhD in Economics at the University of Birmingham offers rigorous academic training, an internationally renowned research environment, and comprehensive professional development, preparing you to make significant contributions to the field.
Career opportunities
Recent PhD graduates from Birmingham Business School are now working in central banks, government departments, financial institutions, accountancy firms, supranational organisations, and multinational corporations. Many also go on to forge successful academic careers at leading universities worldwide.
Visit the programme website for more information
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Advanced Research Methods in Economics
- Advanced Research Training in Microeconomics
- Advanced Research Training in Macroeconomics
- Advanced Research Training in Econometrics
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: 95 (or 5 on the new TOEFL iBT 1-6 score)
- PTE Academic: 76
- IELTS: 7
Other requirements
General requirements
- Good honours degree (1st or upper 2nd class)
- It usually asks students for an average of 65 in the taught component of their Masters.
- All international students also need to show that they have adequate knowledge of written and spoken English.
Make sure you meet all requirements
Fees and funding
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
- International: 47,981 AUD / year (approx. 25,190 GBP / year)
- Domestic: 9,977 AUD / year (approx. 5,238 GBP / year)
Living costs
Birmingham, United Kingdom
1,457-2,160 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
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