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PhD in Economics

Economics analyses how societies use scarce resources – markets, prices, growth, trade, public finance and policy. Programmes combine theory with quantitative methods and lead to careers in business, finance, government and research.

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  • 428 institutions
  • 80 countries
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  1. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics: M.A., Ph.D.

    Boston College 🇺🇸 Chestnut Hill, United States

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    PhD in Economics (E05) (Programme in Spain)

    University of Valladolid 🇪🇸 Valladolid, Spain

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    Ph.D Building Services (Full-time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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    Economics (Doctorate)

    Chonbuk National University 🇰🇷 Jeollabuk-do, South Korea

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    International Trade (Doctorate)

    Chonbuk National University 🇰🇷 Jeollabuk-do, South Korea

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    Economics (Doctoral Program)

    Catholic University of the Sacred Heart 🇮🇹 Roma, Milano, Piacenza e Cremona, Brescia, Campobasso, Italy

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    Faculty of Economics (PhD)

    University of Neuchatel 🇨🇭 Neuchâtel, Switzerland

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    Economics (PhD)

    Hanoi University of Science and Technology 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Vietnam

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    Ph.D Economics (Full-Time)

    Ahmadu Bello University 🇳🇬 Zaria, Nigeria

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    PhD in Plant Taxonomy

    Hanoi Pedagogical University 2 🇻🇳 Phuc Yen - Vinh Phuc province / Thị xã Phúc Yên – Tỉnh Vĩnh Phúc, Vietnam

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    Doctor of Philosophy: Economics

    Carleton University 🇨🇦 Ottawa, Canada

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    Financial Economics (PhD)

    Istanbul Commerce University 🇹🇷 Emınonu, Istanbul, Turkey

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    Economic (Doctorate)

    Université Abou Bekr Belkaid, Tlemcen 🇩🇿 Tlemcen, Algeria

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    Economic Theory (PhD)

    Murmansk State Technical University 🇷🇺 Murmansk, Russia

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    Economics and finance for construction and real estate (PhD)

    The Hong Kong Polytechnic University 🇭🇰 Hung Hom, Kowloon, Hong Kong, Hong Kong

  18. PhD / Doctorate

    Economic policy (Doctoral Program)

    Catholic University of the Sacred Heart 🇮🇹 Roma, Milano, Piacenza e Cremona, Brescia, Campobasso, Italy

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    Economic theory (PhD)

    East Siberian State University of Technology 🇷🇺 Ulan-Ude, Republic of Buryatia, Russia

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    Economics (PhD)

    Norwegian School of Economics 🇳🇴 Bergen, Norway

PhD in Economics – facts and figures

There are 664 PhD programmes in Economics at 428 universities and colleges in 80 countries. Most programmes are offered in United States (160), China (57) and United Kingdom (36). Institutions with the widest choice: Korea University, Australian National University and Wuhan University.

PhD in Economics by country

Frequently asked questions

Where can I study PhD programmes in Economics?

The directory lists 664 PhD programmes in Economics at 428 institutions worldwide. The largest choice is in United States, China and United Kingdom.

How long does a PhD in Economics take?

A PhD programme usually takes 3 to 5 years of full-time study. Part-time and online formats take longer; check the exact duration with each institution.

Which universities offer the most PhD programmes in Economics worldwide?

Among the institutions with the most programmes are Korea University, Australian National University, Wuhan University, Renmin University of China and Sichuan University.

How do I apply?

Open the programme page to go directly to the university. Admission requirements, deadlines and tuition fees are set by each institution, so always check them there.

The listings come from the University Directory, which collects programmes from universities and colleges worldwide. Always check details, deadlines and fees directly with the institution.

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