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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

    08.00.01 - Economic Theory (Doctorate)

    Saint Petersburg State University of Economics and Finance 🇷🇺 Санкт-Петербург, Russia

  2. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics (PhD)

    University of Latvia 🇱🇻 Riga, Latvia

  3. PhD / Doctorate

    Applied Economics (PhD)

    Korea University 🇰🇷 Seoul, Korea, South Korea

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  5. PhD / Doctorate

    PHD-Economics

    Bharati Vidyapeeth University 🇮🇳 Pune, India

  6. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics, PhD

    Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, Israel 🇮🇱 Beer-Sheeva, Israel

  7. PhD / Doctorate

    Economics - Ph.D. in Economics

    Laval University 🇨🇦 Quebec, Canada

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    DOCTOR OF WORLD ECONOMICS AND INTERNATIONAL ECONOMIC RELATION

    Foreign Trade University 🇻🇳 Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Ha Long, Quang Ninh., Vietnam

  9. PhD / Doctorate

    MPhil, PhD in Economics

    The Chinese University of Hong Kong (CUHK) 🇭🇰 Hong Kong SAR, Hong Kong

  10. PhD / Doctorate

    Economy (PhD)

    University Cheikh Anta Diop of Dakar (University of Dakar) 🇸🇳 Dakar-Fann, Senegal

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  12. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctor of Philosophy in Economics

    University of Cape Town 🇿🇦 Rondebosch, South Africa

  13. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD in Managerial Economics

    Newton Hills University of Science & Technology 🇩🇲 Roseau Valley, Dominica

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    ADDENDUM TO CONTRACT OF DOCTORAL STUDIES TAX - 2009

    University of Craiova 🇷🇴 Craiova, Drobeta Turnul Severin, Romania

  15. PhD / Doctorate

    Doctorado en Economía Política

    Universidad de La Habana 🇨🇺 La Habana, Cuba

  16. PhD / Doctorate

    PhD (Construction Economics)

    Nelson Mandela Metropolitan University (NMMU) 🇿🇦 Port Elizabeth, Summerstrand, South Africa

  17. PhD / Doctorate

    Ph.D. in Economics

    International University of Africa 🇸🇩 Khartoum, Sudan

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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