Course summary
Start dates: PhD/MPhil – 1st October, 1st January, 1st April, 1st July. If you want to contribute to the field of economics through original and progressive research, the Economics PhD/MPhil is for you. The School of Social Sciences is home to world-class economic research, particularly in the areas of macro, micro, development and labour economics. The School’s research strengths are underpinned by specialised research centres and successful research grant applications. As an Economics PhD/MPhil student, you will have the freedom to produce a piece of research within your specific area of interest. Be it decision theory, econometric analysis, experimental economics or public economics; our body of critically acclaimed academics can help you produce the best possible piece of research. On completion of the course, you will be at a significant advantage ahead of beginning your career in industry or academia. Visit our website for more information on fees, scholarships, postgraduate loans and other funding options to study at Swansea University.
Entry requirements
Applicants must normally hold an undergraduate degree at 2.1 level. English language requirement IELTS 6.5 (minimum of 6.5 in each component) or Swansea University recognised equivalent.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £2400 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £2400 | Year 1 |
| England | £2400 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £2400 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
Swansea University
Singleton Park
Swansea
SA2 8PP