PhD Economics

Course Overview

Our PhD in Economics is a research-intensive program designed for students seeking to conduct policy-relevant applied research in microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics. You will be immersed in a vibrant research community with strong links to policy and business, benefiting from dedicated supervision and a dynamic program of academic events. This program offers a unique opportunity to contribute to impactful economic research, often in collaboration with the renowned Fraser of Allander Institute.

Key Program Highlights

Direct collaboration with the Fraser of Allander Institute, a leading research institute focused on the Scottish economy
Dedicated support from a team of two academic supervisors with specialist expertise
Engagement with a lively research community through external seminar series and internal workshops
Focus on policy-relevant applied research across microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics
Annual Postgraduate Research Conference to present and develop your work

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Start date

Sep 2026

Oct 2026

Duration

3 Years

4 Years

Campus

Mode of study

Fees and deadlines depend on the selected options. Fees and currency conversion are approximate.

Offer response

4 - 6 days after your application is submitted

Backlogs accepted

This course allows a maximum of 15 backlogs

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Course Overview

Key Program Highlights

Direct collaboration with the Fraser of Allander Institute, a leading research institute focused on the Scottish economy
Dedicated support from a team of two academic supervisors with specialist expertise
Engagement with a lively research community through external seminar series and internal workshops
Focus on policy-relevant applied research across microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics
Annual Postgraduate Research Conference to present and develop your work