Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 48 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting September 2027
- Apply before Jun 2027
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Campus Location
- Košice, Slovakia
Disciplines
Economics Environmental Economics & Policy
Overview
Graduates of the Spatial and Regional Economics programme from The Technical University of Kosice (TUKE) have the prerequisites to assess and solve complex theoretical and practical problems at individual management levels of the public sector and are able to creatively apply new knowledge in pedagogical, economic and social practice.
Learning objectives
The educational programme is designed with the goal of:
- to become familiar with the existing research related to the dissertation topic - both theoretical and empirical literature;
- to acquire the ability to clearly identify gaps in existing research and to place one's own contribution in the context of existing research;
- to evaluate the own contribution of the dissertation to science and practice as well as its implications for society;
- to master the application of scientific methods to solve a research problem;
- to acquire the advanced analytical skills necessary for research activity;
- to apply a multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary approach combining expertise in economics and other social sciences.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Macro- and Micro- Economic Theory
- Econometric Modelling
- Theory of public finances
- Theories and Models of National Economy Growth
- Decision making and effectiveness in public sector
Admission requirements
Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
- The condition for admission to doctoral studies is the completion of the second level of higher education and the successful completion of the entrance examination.
- Certified copies of graduation documents.
- List of professional and scientific papers published so far.
- Framework project on the topic of the dissertation.
- The entrance exam consists of a language (English) and a professional part.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in AUD and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
International
Non-residents: 11,327 AUD / year (≈ 7,000 EUR / year)
EU/EEA
EU/EEA Nationals: 11,327 AUD / year (≈ 7,000 EUR / year)
Living costs
Košice, Slovakia: 809-1,375 AUD / month
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
