Study Economics PhD at University of Birmingham in the UK, Birmingham Business School
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Economics PhD

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What will I learn?

Course overview Bringing together leading economic research and world-class mentorship, our PhD Economics is designed for ambitious scholars committed to advancing economic understanding and developing innovative solutions to global challenges. Course highlights 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. High Academic Merit: The programme is designed to train you to conduct research of the highest academic quality, making significant and original contributions to the field International Reputation: The Department of Economics enjoys an international reputation for research excellence Supportive Environment: You'll benefit from a dedicated supervisory team, regular feedback, and a vibrant academic community Professional Development: The programme encourages participation in seminars, workshops, and conferences, both within and outside the university, enhancing your professional network and exposure to new ideas

Which department am I in?

Birmingham Business School

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,190.00 (US$ 32,531) per year
This is a fixed fee

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

December 2026

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,190.00 (US$ 32,531) per year
This is a provisional fee yet to be approved

*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution

Start date

September 2027

Venue

University of Birmingham

Edgbaston Birmingham,

Birmingham,

West Midlands,

B15 2TT, Central England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

You will need to have a good honours degree (first or upper second class), and we usually expect you to have achieved an average of 65 in the taught component of your Masters degree. As an international student, you will also need to demonstrate adequate knowledge of written and spoken English.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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About University of Birmingham

The university is known globally for its pioneering research – students benefit from trailblazing discoveries that impact international society.

  • One of the world’s top research-intensive universities
  • Based in Europe’s youngest city
  • Most targeted UK university by graduate employers
  • Plenty of dedicated international student support

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