Study Economics PhD at University of Liverpool in the UK, Management School

Economics PhD

UK

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What will I learn?

With an established tradition of developing next generation economists, our Economics PhD provides the skills and knowledge to answer pressing economic questions facing the world.IntroductionIf you have a master’s degree in economics or a related field, the University of Liverpool Management School offers the perfect environment to become a world-class specialist researcher in this area.Our Economics PhD gives you the opportunity to explore your own ideas while you receive thought-provoking advice from our academic staff.We offer tailored training with modules designed to develop your research skills in economics. The modules cover:Advanced topics in macroeconomicsAdvanced topics in microeconomicsAdvanced topics in macroeconometricsAdvanced topics in microeconometrics.You’ll also receive additional training via workshops, seminars and conferences.To ensure you are fully supported during your thesis, you’ll work with a primary supervisor who is a leading expert in their field, and a secondary supervisor, who is a promising early career researcher specialising in your area of study.Although you can start this PhD at the beginning of any month, we recommend doing so in October or January where possible. This coincides with the start dates of our training modules.Research topicsOur Economics PhD covers a wide range of topics for investigation in micro and macroeconomics, as well as the economics of sports.We welcome research proposals in topics including:Microeconomics theoryApplied microeconomicsMacroeconomicsEconometrics and financial econometricsPolitical economyIndustrial organisationSports economics.In addition to the research topics highlighted above, you’re also welcome to suggest your own theme for a potential research project.

Which department am I in?

Management School

Study options

Full Time (3 Years)

Tuition fees
£25,350.00 (US$ 32,738) per year
This is a fixed fee

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

Start date

December 2026

Venue

Liverpool Campus

Foundation Building,

Brownlow Hill,

Liverpool,

L69 7ZX, Northern England, United Kingdom

Entry requirements

For international students

Youll need a UK masters degree, or international equivalent, in economics or a related discipline, preferably at merit or above, plus demonstrable quantitative and programming skills.

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

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About University of Liverpool

The University of Liverpool is the original redbrick university. A world leader with 7,900 international students from over 187 countries.

  • Ranked in top 147 universities in world (QS Rankings 2026)
  • Achieved Gold in Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) 2023
  • Founding member of the prestigious Russell Group
  • Located in one of the UK’s most iconic and friendly cities

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